Book Review: Caillou, Lights Out!

Book: Caillou, Lights Out! story adapted from an episode of the Caillou animated series by Anne Paradise with illustrations adapted by Eric Sevigny

Source: Borrowed from Publisher/NetGalley for an honest review

Publication: Available now

Description:

A winter storm knocks the power out at Caillou's house. Caillou is confused when the lights don’t work. But soon the evening turns into an indoor camping adventure, complete with marshmallows roasted in the fireplace. Caillou is especially delighted when he gets to sleep by the hearth in his sleeping bag.

Caillou, Lights Out! includes glow-in-the-dark stickers.

Rating: 5 stars

Review:

Winter weather can sometimes bring bad storms which Caillou found out in this cute little picture book. This story follows Caillou and his family as they deal with the power going out during a snow storm. His parents try to make the entire experience a fun adventure by lighting a fire in the fireplace and roasting marshmallows to help Caillou not feel afraid. They also plan another fun activity, camping out in the living room.

Having the power go out can even be scary for adults, and this book could possibly help kids not feels so scared during a power outage. The illustrations were bright and colorful and makes you feel as if you are watching the animated series. I thought the author did a great job capturing the heart, warmth and humor of the show.

This is a quick read and the words are easy enough that a child could read the story for themselves if they wanted to.