The Best Letter Club

When Consonants and Vowels Unite

Children - Picture Book
42 Pages
Reviewed on 09/24/2025
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Reviewed by Jennifer Senick for Readers' Favorite

Holly DiBella-McCarthy’s The Best Letter Club: When Consonants and Vowels Unite is a playful and witty storybook that transforms each member of the ABCs into a character in this tale. It takes place in Letterland, a colorful world divided into two groups. Advisor A says the Vowels are the most important, while Boss B argues that the Consonants are actually the superior ones. However, one of their friends is torn because they don’t know which bunch they belong to. That friend, who is letter Y, decides to devise a plan to bring everyone together. Through a series of exchanged notes and shared songs, they discover that combining their strengths makes their words clearer and stronger. At the end of the book, there are fill-in-the-blank notes, a circle-time song, and additional activity ideas for children to enjoy at home or in school. The story emphasizes teamwork, kindness, and unity, showing how the alphabet works best when they work hand-in-hand.

I really enjoyed reading The Best Letter Club by Holly DiBella-McCarthy. As an educator, I appreciate how it makes the basics of phonics engaging and enjoyable for kids. The posters on the club walls were clever. I liked the one that says, “Every syllable has a vowel,” the most. It reinforces an essential concept in a simple yet effective way. Alina Korolyova’s illustrations are vibrant, bringing Letterland to life. I also liked the interactive features at the end, especially the fill-in-the-letter-code page—one for vowels and one for consonants—which is perfect for reinforcing learning in a fun way. The idea of creating a club with its own name and rules was another favorite, since it encourages teamwork and creativity. This book is a perfect read-aloud for school or home, teaching an important idea in a delightful and entertaining way.

Pikasho Deka

The Best Letter Club is a children's picture book by Holly DiBella-McCarthy. The two clubs of Letterland, Vowels and Consonants, are at war. Convinced that their own clubs are better than the other, the letters of each club refuse to hear one another out. Advisor A thinks that without the use of Vowels, there would be no words. Boss B has the opinion that Consonants have the most members, and it's them who write the best songs and make the most fun sounds. The only impartial observer in Letterland is Y. Y can't choose which of the two clubs he should join. So, he devises an ingenious plan to bring the two clubs together. But will the letters follow through on Y's plan? Can Vowels and Consonants learn to work together?

The Best Letter Club: When Consonants and Vowels Unite takes young readers on a delightful adventure that is equally hilarious and educational. Using clever wordplay and an engaging plot, author Holly DiBella-McCarthy spins an amusing yarn that highlights the importance of teamwork and celebrates inclusivity. It's a book for both early and young readers, suitable for preschools, elementary schools, and homes with young children. Personally, what I find most impressive about this captivating picture book is that the author makes learning fun for kids. The featured letters have personalities of their own, each distinct from one another. Y is, of course, the star of the show, but I also enjoyed the depictions of A and B. Furthermore, illustrator Alina Korolyova captures the tone of this jolly narrative wonderfully in her artwork. If you have a youngster who is learning the alphabet, I highly recommend this book.

Frank Mutuma

There were two clubs in Letterland, and the letters in the two clubs were engaged in a big argument. According to Advisor A, the Vowel Club was the best despite being small in number. Their clubhouse was cozy, and the vowels always followed the rules, even when words got tricky. Boss B disagreed and was adamant that the Consonant Club was the better club. The Consonant Club was big, bright, and busy. Except for Y, every letter belonged to a club in Letterland. Y didn’t know which club to choose between the Vowel Club and the Consonant Club. Determined to belong and bring harmony to Letterland, Y comes up with a plan. The Vowels agree to the plan, but the Consonants disagree. They want to continue working on their song alone. How will things turn out in The Best Letter Club by Holly DiBella-McCarthy as Y continues the negotiations?

The Best Letter Club by Holly DiBella-McCarthy is wonderfully written and offers a unique and interesting way for kids to learn about the letters of the alphabet. The illustrations by Alina Korolyova are amazing and help to capture young readers' imaginations and attention. The bright colors and the rhyming words also help to pass on the intended message. The work teaches skills that will resonate with many guardians, such as the importance of listening to those with different views and the importance of cooperation. The flow of events is seamless, which ensures no room for confusion, and young readers will also appreciate the excellent narration, which adds to the overall beauty of the work. This was a good read, and I look forward to reading something else by this author.