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by Kathe Gogolewski Upper elementary and middle school children who enjoy fantasy and adventure may be interested in this fast paced tale, TATO. The book focuses on 7 year old, Michael and his 13 year old sister, Nini. Michael is in denial over the death of his beloved grandfather, Gankum. In order to get some sense of control and power back in his life, he decides to mix up a batch of a magic formula that can turn a potato into a baby. Excited at the prospect of making a new baby brother for the family, Michael enlists the help of skeptical Nini, who would rather read a book than indulge in her brother's silly fantasies. After that, TATO becomes a non-stop thrill ride that reminds me in parts of The Indian in the Cupboard, Alice in Wonderland, and Labyrinth. Unfortunately, the character, Tato, reminds me of Jar Jar Binks from Star Wars Episode I The Phantom Menace but since this book is for children, I don't think they'll have the same hang up as me. Overall, this is a highly creative and exciting book. Some parents may be wary of a book that involves magic, so this book would not be appropriate for their children. However, parents who don't mind magic in children's books would probably discover their child quickly reading through this unusual and captivating story. |
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