A review by panda_incognito
Whistle for Willie by Ezra Jack Keats

5.0

This picture book from the 1960s, which is a sequel to the better-known classic [b:The Snowy Day|310258|The Snowy Day (Peter, #1)|Ezra Jack Keats|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1347624377l/310258._SX50_.jpg|51286], follows a young Black boy around his city as he tries to learn how to whistle for his dog. The illustrations are gorgeous, and I especially love the vibrant pink bricks in the background. This is a great book for families, and teachers and librarians can share it during themed storytimes about classic picture books, Black children, pet dogs, or everyday play. Although the book has no intended moral message, it highlights the value of independent play and of perseverance in learning new things.