Book Review Blurb: Fortunately, the Milk by Neil Gaiman

This was the first “Big Kid” chapter book that my daughter (6) and I read together – and it was perfect for it! First of all, because Neil Gaiman. He’s such a delight – full of whimsy and darkness and the things that kids think/do but grownups are often too afraid to admit they think/do. Second, the story itself – which is a funny spin on the classic kids-lie-to-cover-their-butts theme. And of course then there are the illustrations and the madcap-ness… It was an extremely fun co-read. She was able to keep track of the story beautifully, thanks to the illustrations and memorably original language and content. I thoroughly enjoyed sharing one of my all-time favorite authors with her. We are definitely going to work our way through his catalog together!!