Hopgood, Tim. Two Birthdays. Tim Hopgood, Illus. Candlewick, 10/2024. [26]pp. Picture Book. Trade $17.99. 978-1-5362-3890-7. GRADES Preschool–Kindergarten. ADDITIONAL.
Cedric, an alligator, and Boo, an elephant, are the best of friends. Cedric celebrates Boo’s birthday with a huge card and present, but is then disappointed when Boo forgets all about Cedric’s birthday a few weeks later. They make up after Cedric tells Boo about his missed birthday, apologies are given, and amends made. The simple, mixed media illustrations highlight the fun of the birthday, the disappointment of something important being forgotten, the importance of telling others how you feel, and the joy of making up.
Joshua Rees—Daly City Public Library