  | Pavlo gets the Grumps Author: Shaloshvili, Natalia | |
| Price: $22.58 | ||
Summary:
Pavlo does not feel like going to the park. Not today. He does not want to go swimming. He even says no to the movies. What's going on, Pavlo? Pavlo has the grumps. Though Mama suggests one fun activity after another, Pavlo doesn't want to do any of them. Can anything cheer him up on this down day?
Reviews:
Kirkus Reviews (+) (11/01/24)
Booklist (11/01/24)
Full Text Reviews:
Booklist - 11/01/2024 First things first: this book's cover features maybe the most instantly adorable character of recent years. Pavlo, a raggedy charcoal kitten in wobbly little spectacles, stands awkwardly in flip-flops, a large yellow-duck floatie strapped around his waist, and two little teefers punctuating his uncertain expression. Throughout, Shaloshvili's scratchy paintings reflect the playfully messy nature of kittens. Anyone will be drawn in, and the story they'll find is a simple one: Mama and Pavlo are planning their day, but Pavlo quite unreasonably shoots down every idea. The slide is too slidey, the water is too wet, and the fishies will nibble his toes. Mama is able to diagnose the fussy kitten, though. He's got a classic case of the grumps, and luckily she has the fix: Go out anyway! It's a practically universally relatable situation, and with a little help from family and friends, Pavlo pushes through, sending young readers off with warm hearts and a nice message. An irresistible little SEL lesson. - Copyright 2024 Booklist.
