Welcome to Buddy’s Book Review! A review of our favorite children’s books here at The Nest Schools. We thoroughly believe in the power of literature, and we are excited to introduce wonderful new children’s books to our families in hopes that they will expand their own home libraries as we expand our own!
How will we review and rate each book? Each book will be rated in terms of its likeness to our core values: KINDNESS, WELLNESS, INNOVATION, and FUN. Five beautiful feathers will be given for the core value we think each book best represents. Happy Reading!
Our Class is a Family by Shannon Olsen / Illustrated by Sandie Sonke
Our Class is a Family by Shannon Olsen is a heartwarming story that emphasizes the importance of our classroom family. With simple language and playful rhymes, this story offers a reassuring message to children who might feel anxious about getting back to school. Follow along as the story encourages a sense of belonging and community. A space where students and teachers care for one another, celebrate differences and work together as a team.
Illustrated by Sandie Sonke, this book beautifully captures the true essence of a classroom. A safe space where every child feels valued, respected, and loved, regardless of their background or home life. The colorful and expressive artwork helps to convey the emotions of the characters, making the story relatable and engaging for young readers.
Our Class is a Family is a must-read for educators and parents alike. This story’s overarching themes of empathy, kindness, and mutual respect teach children that they are part of something bigger than themselves and that their actions and presence within their communities are important!
Whether it is their first time in school or just returning from a summer of fun, getting back into routines can be challenging! We are certain the Our Class is a Family will help you and your family ease through the “back to school” transition and have you feeling the great joy and excitement that comes with being a part of our Nest Family.
That is why Buddy is proud to give this story five feathers for KINDNESS!