“The Biggest Brag” by Mike
Berenstain captures Brother and Sister in the midst of a sibling rivalry where
outdoing one another is their principal pastime.
This children’s book could be
enjoyed by children of all ages. After boasting and bragging and trying to
outdo each other with grades, sports, and even seeing images in the clouds, the
message of the story is brought through Gramps who reminds the cubs that the
Bible says that with pride comes strife.
This is the second book I’ve read by
Mike Berenstain, and what captured me the most in this book were the
illustrations. In typical Berenstain fashion, pages contain snippets of the
Bears in various situations which allow readers to know many facets of the Cubs’
lives. However, there are some full-page spreads too which allow readers to
immerse themselves in Bear Country. The illustrations are vibrant and detailed,
and the message is presented clearly. However, there is only one mention of the
Bible, and I think that more would have been an advantage. The back of the book
contains activities and questions to prompt discussion between parents and
children, which is nice touch.
The
publisher has provided me with a complimentary copy of this book through
BookSneeze®. I was not required to write a positive review.
