NONFICTION

Today

by Gabi Snyder (text) & illus. by Stephanie ­Graegin
S. & S./Paula Wiseman. Jan. 2024. 40p. Tr $18.99. ISBN 9781665924856.
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Gr 1-3–Snyder showcases the anticipation and struggle of waiting for a particular “Today” to arrive; the days leading up to summer, vacation and reuniting with family can drag out so slowly, but a great Today will pass quickly. Yet the best Today can have ups and downs, be quiet or loud, and may turn into a memory that will last a lifetime. The book closes with a breathing exercise and a call to remember moments, be mindful, and to appreciate time as it passes. Peaceful pencil and watercolor illustrations, rendered mainly in blue and green, reinforce the serene feel of the story’s message. This is a difficult concept to illustrate to the very young, but Graegin and Snyder have created a starting point.
VERDICT With the right leader or educator for simple guided meditation, this could serve as an excellent reminder to take things as they come, and of the importance of slowing down and appreciating time.
Reviewed by Jennifer LaBurre , Nov 01, 2023

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