This book is about a father and daughter counting backwards from ten at bedtime. It is composed of highly colorful images. This book was a lot of fun to read. I enjoyed the aspect of the father reading and counting with his child. It is a nice and refreshing way to display a family without showing the mother. The colors are soft and warm, indicating to the reader that this is a safe place to be. It is written by Molly Bang, so many of her picture elements are visible throughout the book. It is a Caldecott Honor book.
I agree about the lovely illustrations. I have several of Molly Bang's books in our library. I had never really thought about the "missing mother" aspect, but you're right. It's nice to see a daddy in the nurturing role.
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