Melu
Written by Kyle Mewburn
Illustrated by Ali Teo and John O'Reilly
Publisher: Scholastic
ISBN: 978-1-7754302-027-8
Summary/Back cover:
Melu decides to follow his dream, instead of the herd ... The mules had been clip-clopping around the sun-baked hills for generations. They always clip-clopped in the same direction: west towards the setting sun. And they never ventured down to the glittering green sea. But Melu was different. He was always out of step. When the herd clipped, Melu clopped. When the others clopped, Melu clipped. And one day, he decided he wanted to go down to the glittering green sea ...
Review:
The illustrations are very colourful, simple and unique. The front cover is so simple that it catches the eye easily, and looks really good. I really like this book and my children really enjoy it as well. It's one that keeps working its way onto my lap before bed.
The typeset is lovely and the layout of the text makes it very easy to read and follow. I loved the various, gorgeous shades of yellow and green.
This is a book that you will enjoy reading to your children but as they get older they will be able to start reading it themselves as the spacing of the words is perfect for beginning readers.
The story itself is just delightful. I love it! Melu is different from the other donkeys and one day, ignoring their warnings, he heads off to do something no other donkey has done. Melu discovers the power of friendship and perseverance and that what you dream of can become a reality if you just keep believing and striving.
It's a great example of how working together can get you to your common goal not only easier but quicker too.
10 out of 10 from me.
Review written by sup3rmum
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