Leah - The Fairy of the Lime Tree - Nisha Kissoon

I think that this remarkable little book is meant to be enjoyed by children of any reading age, (even big kids like parents) it's target audience is wide and all inclusive of anyone who isn't afraid to learn a little something while enjoying some visually very appealing illustrations. I don't think this is a 'traditional' story by any measure because the story line is so well constructed with symbolism to convey a multiplicity of messages to a young (and not-so-young) audience, at varying reading levels. Basically, if your child can read or if your child likes to be read to, this is your best pick for an illustrated children's book. This is ...  Read the complete review

This unusual story is actually a Caribbean fairy tale and provides a strong message for its reader. I read this story with my five year old daughter who maybe was a little too young to appreciate it in its entirety but nevertheless enjoyed it. Leah and her mother were the fairies who looked after the lime tree on the island of Caarmah. Although Leah was usually a good fairy, on the last day of the school term she fell asleep on the banks of the White Lotus Lily pond which resulted in her missing some very important lessons at school. Rather than admitting what she had done to her mother, she tried to get away with it by telling a small lie. However, every time ...  Read the complete review