I'm your school bus

Baby-Toddler--It's time for school! A school bus introduces young children to the fun in a place where the children can learn and play. The vibrant illustrations are the highlight of this book: colors, settings, and characters are a treat to look at. Unfortunately, the target audience for the content is older than the usual demographic for the board book format. There's a disconnect between what the book is trying to present and how it's presenting it. The vehicles are all personified, and while the ice cream truck, hot dog vendor, and recycling truck are easily identifiable, the school bus's colors and face don't fit the traditional look that most children will ultimately encounter. The school bus hangs out with the other vehicles while the children are at school, and even shares a garage with them at night. But in leaning into the personification of the school bus, this doesn't show the actual school bus yard. VERDICT Libraries, especially those with fans of buses and vehicles, looking to increase their board book collections will find this title worth the purchase. Otherwise, an additional purchase.--Shana Shea