Last Stop on Market Street
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#1 New York Times Bestseller A USA Today Bestseller Winner of the Newbery Medal A Caldecott Honor Book A Coretta Scott King Illustrator Honor Book This award-winning modern classic—a must-have for every child’s home library—is an inclusive ode to kindness, empathy, gratitude, and finding joy in unexpected places, and celebrates the special bond between a curious young boy and his loving grandmother. Every Sunday after church, CJ and his grandma ride the bus across town. But today, CJ wonders why they don’t own a car like his friend Colby. Why doesn’t he have an iPod like the boys on the bus? How come they always have to get off in the dirty part of town? Each question is met with an encouraging answer from grandma, who helps him see the beauty—and fun—in their routine and the world around them. This energetic ride through a bustling city highlights the wonderful perspective only grandparent and grandchild can share, and comes to life through Matt de la Peña’s vibrant text and Christian Robinson’s radiant illustrations.
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I have no idea why this book was added to Sonlight Curriculum Preschool. I have absolutely no idea why it is a multiple award winner. The illustrations are messy in an unattractive manner. The words just end and cut short in the middle of a thought. No lesson is taught. No future is sought. I see potential in what could be told but this book didn't accomplish it.
I had this book from the Dolly Parton's Imagination Library for kids under five. It is also recommended now, on Sonlight Curriculum.
Lot to love here, though I think there are just a few false notes (the spread of CJ and the music was too far out of the tone and pace of the story). Overall, a lovely and authentic story about a familial relationship that's not often shown in this way and gentle lessons on service, community, and attitude.
I'm still wondering about the claim for Newbery, though. Would have loved to have been a fly on the wall for the final committee arguments.
A great children's book on celebrating diversity, seeing the bright sight of things, and giving back to your community.
Read and reviewed: 2018-10-08
