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Reviewed by Jennifer Senick for Readers' Favorite
A little girl and her stuffed animal friend head off on a dreamy adventure in Kiera & Lamby: Madrid by Nicole O’Connor. It starts in Kiera’s bedroom, where she and her pal, Lamby, hop on a floating blanket to begin a magical adventure. They soon arrive in Spain’s capital, Madrid, and wander around looking at famous sights such as Plaza Mayor and the Prado, to name a few. Kiera and Lamby also experience street performers, food, and art along the way. Then a familiar voice calls her back, the bright city fades, leaving her with warm memories of the place she just visited. But whose voice is it?
I really enjoyed how gently Nicole O'Connor's Kiera & Lamby: Madrid introduces children to another country in such an inviting way. As an educator, it’s refreshing to see a picture book centered on a real-world city like Madrid, which opens the door to talking about geography, culture, and travel in a way that feels fun rather than like a lesson. I especially appreciated the final spread that shows other cities and asks kids where they’d like to go next—it’s a natural discussion starter about different places in the world. I can see educators extending it by making a chart of the most popular locations students would like to visit, or by drawing themselves on a “magic blanket” heading to that destination. Anika Tasnim’s illustrations, with their soft colors and charming details, give the whole read a comforting feel. Readers looking for a soothing bedtime story, a travel-themed book, or lovers of adventures with stuffed friends will love this imaginative tale.
