In the Neighborhood

This book written by Dia L. Michels can serve a parent in a variety of ways. It is an excellent readaloud for a younger nonreading child who can engage in a guessing game based upon picture clues. The book can also serve as a beginning reader for the emerging reader in your family. There are no more than 2 sentences on a page with a limited vocabulary and picture clues that will help the reader to understand the contents. The book tells a story of a family trip around the neighborhood from the baby's point of view. Colorful photographs enhance the text and make the book pleasing to view. A good addition to any family library.