![]() ![]() ![]() I know this will immediately be a favourite in our library – the children listened, spellbound, as I read it. The story is dedicated ‘To all the children of Europe’ which is especially poignant in today’s political environment – we need to celebrate both what makes us alike and different and not to feel threatened by it. Interestingly, the dedication to the book is at the very end, rather than the beginning and I think this very deliberate choice is to reinforce the message of the book. ![]() But peace is restored and love conquers all in this happiest of love stories. So when a young Smed and Smoo fall in love, their families strongly disapprove. The themes of putting differences aside and understanding one. The Smeds and the Smoos Age Range: 5 - 11 By: Mark Warner Buy this book The Smeds (who are red) never mix with the Smoos (who are blue). The children loved the story even if the level of nonsense at times proved a little tricky (repeat readings would resolve this) and I am sure it will become a classic very soon.Īxel Scheffler’s illustrations are, as always, an absolute delight, full of colour and character and perfectly matching Donaldson’s words. Goodland says he loves how the special elegantly balances an emotional story with moments of great humor. Review: This picture book is full of Donaldson’s trademark rhymes – this time with a very big nod towards classic nonsense poets such as Lewis Carroll (‘The Jabberwocky’) and Edward Lear (‘The Owl and the Pussycat’). The gist: What happens when a Smed and a Smoo, who should be sworn enemies, fall in love? ![]()
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