Blue Chameleon by Emily Gravett

Blue Chameleon by Emily Gravett

We are rather partial to Emily Gravett books in our household - mainly because she draws beautiful illustrations that are a pleasure to look at. So when we received Blue Chameleon to review, I knew I was onto a winner. The loveliest thing about Blue Chameleon are indeed the drawings - which most definitely delight. There is however also a short story - the chameleon changes colour (and sort of its shape) in order to find a friend. Having not succeeded in impressing the banana or the stripey sock, he gives up. Along comes another chameleon to the rescue - showing its true colours and a happy end!

Best bits - as mentioned, the drawings are lovely and my 2 yrs loved to copy the jumping grass hopper or the bubbling fish. The storyline is sweet and simple and you get to a chance to explore colours and "spots & stripes".



This book encourages "story telling" by the parent - as there is no real "text", just a word (or two) on each page. I see this as a good thing though, as you get to talk about different things each time you read it, whilst being provided a framework within to tell the story.

Repetition is key at this age and the more often I read the book, the more my toddler enjoys it!

Enjoy! Maggy, www.redtedart.com