There is much to love about this book.
Firstly, the subject matter: matryoshkas- Russian nesting dolls!
Second, they pop out of the book and can be played with! And then put back inside as a puzzle.
Third, the illustrations are delightful, from the eye-catching patterns on their shawls to their perfectly round, sweet pink cheeks. I love them as individuals.
Fourth, this book introduces children to the Eastern European palate-cabbage, borscht, apple dumplings. How do you say “yum” in Russian?
Fifth and finally, the text is very simple and rhythmic. One food is shared on Monday, another on Tuesday, and so on. All you hungry little matryoshkas, come and eat it up!
My Little Matroyoshkas is inventive, fun, and eye-opening. And, as a bonus, it’s quite pretty as well thanks to Tanya Roitman’s artistic talents.
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