You Loves Ewe!, written by Cece Bell, reviewed by Katy Golden

Summary: In this hilarious back-and-forth reminiscent of “Who’s on First,” Donkey comes across know-it-all Yam and cute, fluffy Ewe. Ewe’s name immediately prompts confusion: “That is me?” says Donkey. “I yam so cute and fluffy!” Yam quickly corrects Donkey (“YOU are not cute and fluffy. EWE is”) and continues with a grammar lesson on homophones, which is further complicated when the homophones in question start falling in love with Ewe! Cece Bell’s (“El Deafo”) full-color cartoon illustrations drive this short comic-book-style story forward with expressive faces, simple backgrounds, and large print speech bubbles beginning readers will love to read themselves.

Straight Talk for Librarians: This is a must have for any library with a strong early reader section. Early readers will laugh out loud at Donkey’s goofy misunderstandings, Yam’s frustration, and the cute illustrations, and will tear through this easy-to-read book without even realizing they’re learning about grammar! Hand to fans of Gerald & Piggie, or use with older students as a hook for a lesson on homophones - they abound in this book!