Samuel et son grand-père se rendent au parc par une journée de printemps. Papichou demande à Samuel quelles chaussures il doit porter. Doit-il porter des bottes d’hiver? NON! Des sandales? NON! Des pantoufles? NON! Des espadrilles? OUI! OUI! OUI! Tout au long de l’histoire, Papichou laisse Samuel choisir la direction où ils vont marcher, ce qu’ils vont faire au parc et, enfin, quelles fleurs il va rapporter à Mamichou. Samuel s’amuse à prendre les décisions lui-même et montre à son grand-père que, même s’il est petit, il sait beaucoup de choses.
“Perfectly mimics the experience of taking an independent toddler to the park, and the book will be enjoyed by children and the adults reading to them. Nevin Knows allows children to consider their own experiences of getting ready and walking to the park and is sure to become a favourite...Nevin Knows is engaging and enjoyable and is a perfect book to pair with a walk to the park. Recommended.”
“Repetitive pattern puts Nevin, and readers, in charge or the day's activities—an empowering choice sure to please the toddler set. Comte’s geometric artwork pairs well with the simple text. A delightful day in the life of a curious tot.”
“Mireille Messier demonstrates that young children, even those with limited vocabularies, can share their feelings and needs if there are only those who would ask and listen...Nevin is given the capacity to make choices. With that gift of empowerment, even in allowing him to make the simplest of choices, his grandfather bolsters his little grandson and provides him with opportunities for building his confidence and his voice, and for strengthening their relationship.”
“What a fun book for a grandparent and toddler to share! Elena Comte's digital illustrations complement the repetitive tone of the story, always keeping Nevin front and center with his grandfather as they thoroughly enjoy an outing together.”