I'm taking a course on children's literature, and at the start of the course, our prof distributed a bibliography of some excellent writing for children that she wanted us to be familiar with. Through the help of the local library, the university library, and inter-library loan, I was able to make my way through the list fairly quickly (one reason I read so many kids' books last year). However, I hadn't been able to read everything on the list until just now. There was one book, Something Else by Kathryn Cave, that I just couldn't find. Anywhere. Luckily (and I don't know why I hadn't thought of this before), my daughter found the book for me at her elementary school's library. She brought it home today, and I've just now finished reading it and writing up a review in the reading journal our prof has asked us to keep. So, whew, finally, my checklist is complete.

Oh, and yes, I enjoyed the book. It's a marvelous little exploration into acceptance, prejudice, and friendship, all told with this adorable little blue character with fur and a very sorrowful expression.