Picture Book
Ages 2-5
By Olof and Lena Landstrom
28 pages
R&S Books
1994
Out of Print
In addition to several other picture books, this husband and wife team created four books featuring Will: Will Gets a Haircut, Will Goes to the Beach, Will Goes to the Post Office and Will’s New Cap. Though the plot is neatly summed up by their titles, each of these simple picture books is marvelously satisfying. The straightforward action is conveyed via short, simple sentences and the colorful, uncluttered art is cheerful and sweet.
“Will is going to the post office to pick up a package. It is from Uncle Ben.”
On his way out of his building, Will sees his friends Karen and Peter playing on the stoop. He shows them the card from the post office; Karen and Peter join Will on the adventure.
Soon they arrive at the post office. Luckily, the line is short and Will’s turn comes fast. He hands his card to the postal worker and looks around, wondering which package is his. Peter hopes it’s something big.
The woman returns with a very large box for Will. The package isn’t heavy but it’s hard for Will to see where he’s going with such a large box. Karen and Peter are very helpful navigators.
Mama is surprised to see Will arrive with such a large parcel.
She gets the scissors to help get it open. Though at first it seems like there’s nothing but paper in the box, Will quickly discovers a globe inside—a globe with a light!
Mama plugs in the globe. She, Will and all the friends gather in the closet—where it’s dark—to see Will’s wonderful new present in all its luminous glory.
This delightful picture book’s pleasing story and utterly adorable art are sure to be a favorite with toddlers and adults alike.
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mummyshymz said,
October 2, 2013 @ 10:30 am
Another nice recommendation that I’ll be looking out for at the library
OmbudsBen said,
September 29, 2013 @ 7:07 pm
What a lovely blog! Thank you for your reviews of these lovely books, eye-openers for so many children.
An Embarrassment of Freedom said,
September 27, 2013 @ 11:44 pm
I love the baby and his little spiky hair growing in! He is included in the event entirely!
TurtleAndRobot said,
September 28, 2013 @ 12:40 am
One of my favorite images in the book is the one of Peter waiting in line at the post office-looking up, hands crossed behind his back-so expressive and so wonderful.