A review by ehays84
Abel's Island by William Steig

4.0

I can't remember exactly when I first read this as a child, probably second grade or so. I loved Steig's picture books when I was younger, so that was probably what drew me to try this one. I remember really liking it and having a great feeling of accomplishment when I finished a chapter book on my own. For all those reasons, this was fun to read to Jackson. He definitely enjoyed it. He can follow a book like this as long as there are pictures every few pages.

It's essentially a Robinson Crusoe story retold with a mouse, which is pretty fun. But it's actually got depth to it, such as Abel wrestling with missing his wife, realizing and overcoming his spoiled upbringing, loneliness, and even finding his vocation.

If you are looking for one to read to your kids, this is a good one.