Something Broken, Something Fixed
Kathryn England
Publication Date:
1 Sep. 2022
Format:
Paperback / softback
ISBN 9781761110825
Something Broken, Something Fixed is a fun picture book aimed at young children, encouraging them to explore different methods of creativity whilst also teaching them about the importance of taking care of items.
When Finn's little sister breaks objects to create bigger and exciting designs, Finn finds himself repairing all of the items. Whilst showing the fun of upcycling with imagination, the story also teaches that one should be sure to be considerate of the mess they create around them! Perfect for siblings who have differing views of creativity and order, encouraging them to explore these aspects together!
Amy likes to make things. Sometimes she uses broken things for parts. Sometimes things get broken. When her brother Finn goes looking for her, he follows a trail of broken objects from the house to the backyard, fixing items along the way. But what has his creative little sister been making?
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Book Type: Picture BooksAge Group: 3 years+
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Good Reads Rating: /5
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Review
Amy is trying to build something for her brother Finn. Making her way through the house, she spots some of the things she needs in the playroom and takes them away. Finn, meanwhile, is looking for Amy, and along the way discovers a broken chair in the playroom – it looks like someone took a piece of it! Finn fixes the chair and continues looking for Amy.
The siblings continue on their respective quests, Amy collecting the items she needs for Finn’s surprise and Finn, in turn, fixing the things Amy leaves behind. When they eventually find each other, Amy shows Finn the remote-control flying car-boat she made for him – but it doesn’t seem to be working quite right. Finn suggests they work together to make something instead and, happily, the siblings get back to work.
This funny story is a wonderful representation of how working together can produce greater results than working alone. The simple humour of watching Finn discover the broken things in Amy’s wake will be relatable to caregivers and older siblings alike, making this a great book for story time.
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