Sofi and Maddie are best friends. They play every day together. The playground
is their favorite place to climb, run, and have fun. Maddi and Sofi are pretty much like most
kids, except that Maddi has a problem that is all too familiar these days. She is hungry.
The story depicts some childhood difficulties,
children trying to help children, secrets that can’t be kept, siblings that
care about each other, and friends that show their compassion with generosity.
Maddi’s Fridge is a wonderful book for Kids. It teaches children to share, to be
companionate, and to know that sometimes it’s not good to keep a secret. While this delightful little book brings
hunger awareness to children, its pages are also filled with fun.
The Author Lois Brandt, has shown children that they
too can help those in need. The
illustrations by Vin Vogel are filled with whimsy that are certain to delight young
readers.
The life lessons in this book will live on in a
child’s mind. I give it five bags of goodies for great content.
This book was reviewed by Susan
Hornbach, author of children’s literature
About The Author Of
Maddi’s Fridge
Lois Brandt is the
author of Maddi's Fridge, illustrated by Vin Vogel.
Years ago Lois peeked into her best friend’s refrigerator and found empty shelves and
one small carton of milk. Her best friend’s family didn’t have enough money to buy
food. Maddi’s Fridge is the result of that moment.
A teacher by trade, Lois weaves together diverse images and events to create stories
for children. She lives near Seattle, WA, with her husband, assorted kids, two dogs,
and a fluffy cat who thinks he’s a dog. This is her first picture book.
Years ago Lois peeked into her best friend’s refrigerator and found empty shelves and
one small carton of milk. Her best friend’s family didn’t have enough money to buy
food. Maddi’s Fridge is the result of that moment.
A teacher by trade, Lois weaves together diverse images and events to create stories
for children. She lives near Seattle, WA, with her husband, assorted kids, two dogs,
and a fluffy cat who thinks he’s a dog. This is her first picture book.
Susan,
ReplyDeleteI'm happy that you chose to review this book. The author has touched on much. I'm impressed that she was able to keep it fun too. I love the cover. Thanks for sharing this one.
You're welcome Linda. You know kids, no matter what they are living through they always manage to have some fun. Maddi's Fridge is a good awareness tool for children. Thanks for your comments Linda.
DeleteHi Susan, This sounds like a good book for kids on an important subject. It brings home the problem of hunger on a personal and child-friendly level. Thanks for your sharing this book. Penny (www.penelopeannecole.com)
ReplyDeleteHi Penny, so glad you could stop by. It's a great book for kids. Life lessons, and fun all rolled in a book for learning. Thanks for your comments Penny.
ReplyDeleteA lovely emotive story of hunger awareness that will show children another side of the world around them and how they can do good helping other children in need in their own little ways. Heartwarming that author Lois Brandt has tackled this issue in a way that will likewise entertain children. Thank you again Susan for posting another of your insightful reviews.
ReplyDeleteHello Liam, thanks so much for supporting this book. It's an important life lesson for children. But, still fun to read. So glad you could stop by Liam.
DeleteWell needed book with a topic that does not receive enough attention within our own country. Congratulations and best wishes for your continued success!
ReplyDeleteDonna you're right on. There should be no hunger anywhere let alone the USA. Thanks so such for your support Donna. It's much Appreciated.
DeleteIt sounds like a book kids will enjoy as well as learn from. And the cover art is really cute.
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