Isabel and the Invisible World by Alan Lightman, illustrated by Ramona Kaulitzki. PICTURE BOOK. MIT Kids Press (Candlewick Press), 2023. $19. 9781536223330
BUYING ADVISORY: Pre-K, EL (K-3) - ADVISABLE
AUDIENCE APPEAL: AVERAGE
Isabel just wants one thing for her sixth birthday - to be able to see invisible things. Her scientist mother is able to deliver just such a gift!
The story is simple, including a few sweet relationships, a touch of suspense and a quick basic STEM lesson. Back matter gives additional scientific information, still in simple terms for children to understand. The illustrations are warm and richly colored. The small cast of characters is diverse.
The Reviewer: Angie Campbell, EL librarian
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