bmanglass's review
4.0
I particularly enjoyed the engrossing illustrations and artful narration in this otherwise not-the-most-groundbreaking picture book about wanting, generosity, and noticing the needs of others. While the plot treads familiar ground, endearing word choices and characterization make this particular telling special.
sarahheap's review
5.0
Such a delight to read! The illustrations in the children’s story were apt for the story. A simple yet profound message with themes of kindness and compassion.
A big thank you to NetGalley for this ARC read.
A big thank you to NetGalley for this ARC read.
librarianryan's review
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
fast-paced
5.0
If you want to picture book to make you cry, this one will do it. There are so many things to love about this book. First off Elise is a little girl and the one thing she really wants is to be big enough for her sister’s hand me down coat. It’s red, it has a big pocket, a hood, and it is absolutely perfect. She can’t wait for it to be hers. The day comes when she gets the coat. She wears it to school but on the way, they see a mom and a little girl out in the cold with no coats. She goes back home but feels yucky because something is wrong. She realizes that people look at their phones, they look away, they did everything to pretend not to notice the mom and the little girl in the cold. The next day Elise said “Hi”. Elise accidentally got locked out of school while it was cold, but not too cold. What I love is that the author doesn’t tell you what Elise did, you see it in the pictures. You see it in the authors words that her thoughts were enough to keep her warm. This book didn’t have to say Elise gave away her coat, no one made Elise giveaway her coat. Elise did it because it was the right thing to do and didn’t need to brag or point out that this good deed was done. I love this book! it’s well done and well-illustrated. The story is a joyful sadness that is important for kids to experience growing up.
katpeterson06's review
5.0
A heartwarming story about a sweet girl who has so much excitement and care in her heart. I loved the character so much. Her enthusiasm for such a small thing as a jacket was nice to read.
alisa4books's review
4.0
A sweet story about a girl who sees a need and meets it despite the discomfort it causes her.
ljrinaldi's review
4.0
This is an interesting book, told from a small child’s point of view. She has been longing for a hand-me-down coat from her sister. It isjust what she needs. It fits perfectly. She loves it, and her friends love that she has it.
And then, she sees a homeless woman and child, shivering in the cold. She doesn’t know what to do. No one else seems to see them. They look the other way, they ignore her. Is that what she is supposed to do too?
And so, we learn that despite loving the coat so much that she dreams about it at night, she is willing to give it up to the child so she won’t freeze.
A story in compassion, when the rest of the world just keeps walking by.
Thanks to Netgalley for making this book available for an honest review.
And then, she sees a homeless woman and child, shivering in the cold. She doesn’t know what to do. No one else seems to see them. They look the other way, they ignore her. Is that what she is supposed to do too?
And so, we learn that despite loving the coat so much that she dreams about it at night, she is willing to give it up to the child so she won’t freeze.
A story in compassion, when the rest of the world just keeps walking by.
Thanks to Netgalley for making this book available for an honest review.
twiinklex's review
3.0
(my copy does not show Elise giving away her coat, she gives candy instead)
A good book to teach little ones about kindness, empathy and how every small gesture counts. I loved the cute and lively artwork. The winter setting also made it the perfect heartwarming read this month. I was expecting Elise to give up her coat but I'm glad that didn't happen as it would have been too predictable, though I did wish the story had gone more in-depth and engaged children about social issues e.g. homelessness.
Thank you to Flyaway Books for the Netgalley ARC.
A good book to teach little ones about kindness, empathy and how every small gesture counts. I loved the cute and lively artwork. The winter setting also made it the perfect heartwarming read this month. I was expecting Elise to give up her coat but I'm glad that didn't happen as it would have been too predictable, though I did wish the story had gone more in-depth and engaged children about social issues e.g. homelessness.
Thank you to Flyaway Books for the Netgalley ARC.
bertharochestergraduates_8's review
challenging
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
fast-paced
4.25
I never experienced a book that discussed homelessness in the way that this sweet book does. I recommend this story to many classrooms so that children can understand sympathy, empathy, and caring for their fellow people, including children their age.
Furthermore, the pacing's quick, and the illustrations are lovely.
Furthermore, the pacing's quick, and the illustrations are lovely.
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