LitPick Review
If I Look Like You is a picture book about a talented dragon named Scout who is exploring jobs around her town. She just cannot decide what she wants to be when she grows up because there are so many choices! Throughout the day, Scout learns that her talent of mirroring other animals' appearance is a strength and makes her different from others. She approaches animals of all different shape, size, color, and job, and Scout learns that she can look like herself without mirroring what others look like. Join Scout on her journey of discovering different jobs and discovering herself.
Opinion:
If I Look Like You is an illustrated story about a young dragon named Scout who is on the journey to discovering herself and what she likes to do in the world. This story book not only has a valuable and educational theme for young readers, but it also brings up themes of diversity and confidence in a world where differences can often be seen as negative. Scout approaches various characters throughout the story with unique personality traits that teach her about their specific jobs. In addition the themes and characters, this story book includes eye-catching text and language and satisfying illustrations that paint the town Scout lives in perfectly. Overall, this picture book is perfect for young readers because of the thematic elements, educational lessons, diverse characters, appealing language, and satisfying illustrations.
