Review by School Library Journal Review
PreS-K-Fans of the big blue guy will love this title, which, just like a warm chocolate chip cookie, oozes joy and happiness. Throughout the fun and lively pages, Cookie Monster espouses his life philosophy of seizing the moment and loving the people in his life. For example one page says, "Love means never having to say me sorry...for eating last cookie. But still, me sorry." Text and illustrations work well together. For example, one pages says, "Fill life with people you love." The photo above shows a group shot of Grover, Big Bird, Cookie, and Elmo. On the opposite page is the text "Fill tummy with cookie you love." Above the text is a heart-shaped, yummy-looking cookie. This title is true to the essence of Cookie Monster, but does give an occasional nod to healthy eating without being heavy handed. The book also has some recipes including sugar and double chocolate cookies. The book signs off in true Sesame Street style with the acknowledgement, "Me would like to thank the letter C and number 2. Because two cookies always better than one." VERDICT A sweet story that will appeal to children and adults. A solid addition to any library collection that serves young children.-Robin Sofge, Prince William Public Library System, VA © Copyright 2018. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.
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Review by Horn Book Review
Cookie Monster provides advice on taking a bite out of life--he's already eaten the top corner of this lighthearted novelty book aimed at nostalgic adult Sesame Street fans. He offers everything from slogans ("Keep calm and eat cookies") to tips ("Smile always just a cookie away") to three recipes (including cookies for vegans). Chocoholics should appreciate the cookie references on almost every page. (c) Copyright 2018. The Horn Book, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.
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