Review by Tarilan -- What's Your Favorite Color?

Tarilan · Post by **Tarilan** » 02 Feb 2021, 17:13

[Following is a volunteer review of "What's Your Favorite Color?" by Amber L Lassiter.]

4 out of 4 stars

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What would you do if you forgot to bring your watercolors to school and yet your teacher has a painting task for the day? Well, I would personally borrow some from my friends. What's Your Favorite Color? by Amber L Lassiter is a story about a girl who wants to finish up her painting even though she left her watercolors at home.

The story unfolds as the children prepare for their art class. Their teacher, Mrs. Lassiter, had asked them to include their favorite color in the attire they wore to school. Additionally, they had to make a painting using the same color. However, they were supposed to keep it a secret. No one in class was supposed to know the other person's favorite color until the paintings were revealed. Amber forgot to bring her watercolors to school. She then decided to borrow some from her friends to finish her task in time. What is her favorite color? Will she keep it a secret?

This is not just a story book. It is entertaining as well as educating. The author uses a descriptive language and some intricate similes. Later, she asks questions about them to see if the children know what they mean. A work space is also provided for answering all these thought-provoking questions. She even asks how the reader arrives at the conclusion. I love the way how the author elicits critical thinking and conflict resolution. What I loved most was the aspect of mixing colors. I believe that children should know how some of these colors come about.

Amber was the perfect protagonist for this book. She had a different line of thinking as compared to her classmates. Meanwhile, the illustrations were great. They would show all kinds of emotions from frustration to excitement and confusion. The splash of colors used in the background was beautiful. As a person who loves art and color, I found this to be very creative. Therefore, I commend the author for a job well done.

There is nothing I disliked about the book. It was well-written with two minor errors that didn't disturb my reading. I neither encountered profanity nor sensual content. I rate the book 4 out of 4 stars. Children between the age of 5 to 8 will love this book. They will learn how to think critically and also improve on their reading comprehension. Parents and teachers can also use this book to help their little ones study.

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What's Your Favorite Color?
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smolbird · Post by **smolbird** » 07 Feb 2021, 19:58

I know this book isn't really targeted at my age range, but your review has made me so curious. What is her favorite color? I'll find out when I read the book but I'm dying to know!

SamaylaM · Post by **SamaylaM** » 07 Feb 2021, 22:59

Seems like a very cute and interesting plot for a children's book. Thank you for writing such an elaborate review of this lovely book!

Chizioboli · Post by **Chizioboli** » 08 Feb 2021, 00:43

I read this book and I loved Amber's resilience to get her class lesson done despite forgeting her watercolors. This book would teach children to remain focused and more. Thank you for your review.

MsH2k · Post by **MsH2k** » 08 Feb 2021, 01:33

This is such a great story, and Amber is so adorable. I keep putting it off, but I think I will have to read this book! Thank you for a great review.

Saint Bruno · Post by **Saint Bruno** » 08 Feb 2021, 08:25

I love that the author manages to add some suspense to the short read. Children would be thrilled by the storyline too. Thanks for your amazing review!

Tarilan · Post by **Tarilan** » 08 Feb 2021, 09:32

smolbird wrote: ↑07 Feb 2021, 19:58 I know this book isn't really targeted at my age range, but your review has made me so curious. What is her favorite color? I'll find out when I read the book but I'm dying to know!

You will be surprised at how she got her favorite color. Thanks for the comment.

Tarilan · Post by **Tarilan** » 08 Feb 2021, 09:33

SamaylaM wrote: ↑07 Feb 2021, 22:59 Seems like a very cute and interesting plot for a children's book. Thank you for writing such an elaborate review of this lovely book!

Thanks for stopping by.

Tarilan · Post by **Tarilan** » 08 Feb 2021, 09:36

Chizioboli wrote: ↑08 Feb 2021, 00:43 I read this book and I loved Amber's resilience to get her class lesson done despite forgeting her watercolors. This book would teach children to remain focused and more. Thank you for your review.

I totally agree with you. Amber made the story very engaging. Thanks for the comment.

Tarilan · Post by **Tarilan** » 08 Feb 2021, 09:37

MsH2k wrote: ↑08 Feb 2021, 01:33 This is such a great story, and Amber is so adorable. I keep putting it off, but I think I will have to read this book! Thank you for a great review.

Please read it. Am sure you will love it. Thanks for stopping by.

Tarilan · Post by **Tarilan** » 08 Feb 2021, 09:39

Saint Bruno wrote: ↑08 Feb 2021, 08:25 I love that the author manages to add some suspense to the short read. Children would be thrilled by the storyline too. Thanks for your amazing review!

The suspense makes the book more interesting. Thanks for passing by.

Josephe-Anne · Post by **Josephe-Anne** » 08 Feb 2021, 19:25

I also love art. So, even though this is a children's book, I find it visually appealing. I like the fact that the story includes lessons that kids can benefit from.

Thank you for your entertaining and well-written review.

Jennifer Garcia 555 · Post by **Jennifer Garcia 555** » 08 Feb 2021, 23:00

I love that the author includes art and critical thinking. Kids books are even better when they are educational.

Prisallen · Post by **Prisallen** » 09 Feb 2021, 08:55

This sounds like an educational and entertaining book for children. Thanks for your wonderful review!

Raluca_Mihaila · Post by **Raluca_Mihaila** » 09 Feb 2021, 13:49

What a colorful review for such a lovely book! It looks like a very educational read, and the illustrations are very important for children books. Great job!