So Close by Natalia Colombo

Colombo, Natalia.  So Close, 24 pgs.  Tundra Books, 2010.  $17.95.  Language-G; Sexual Content-G; Violence-G; Every morning, Mr. Duck and Mr. Rabbit hurry past each other on the way to work and again on the way home.  Never once do either of them take the time to say,“Hello”.  The final page of the book opens up a stage for discussion about reaching out, friendship, and paying attention to the world and people around us. This book is a must for every school and every home.  Even though it is written for primary grades, the applications could be used for all grades and all ages.  The illustrations are simple and wonderful!  We loved this book!  EL- ESSENTIAL.  Reviewer: SL