Reviewed by Sarah Tegerdine
Koko and the Coconut is an endearing brand-new
picture book about a plucky young coconut crab that lives on a luscious
tropical island.
Being a big boy coconut crab, Koko is now
ready to leave his juvenile home (a shell) to forge a life being a full land-dwelling
crustacean. His challenge though is to
scale coconut tree for the ultimate prize, his breakfast. Koko is hungry and
coconut crabs love the juicy flesh inside coconuts. But it is a very tall tree and
his heart beats at a furious pace. He reminds himself he must be calm and
believe.
Koko is successful and super proud of his
achievement of obtaining a coconut, however he must now peel and crack the
coconut, can he do it?
Koko and the Coconut is a heart-warming story
that will have everyone on the sidelines cheering him on. It is wonderfully
suited for younger children and children who may struggle with emotional
regulation. As each challenge is presented, he is learning how to overcome them
one step at a time.
The illustrations are vibrant and playful
and beautifully brings the whole narrative together.
Little Koko with his big eyes will most
certainly find a place in your heart.
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