Elizabeti's Doll Author:Stephanie Stuve-Bodeen When her new baby brother arrives, Elizabeti decides she needs a doll that she can care for the way her mother cares for the new baby. After looking around the village, Elizabeti finds the perfect doll to love. She names her Eva. When Mama changes the new babys diaper, Elizabeti changes Evas. When Mama sings to the baby, Elizabeti si... more »ngs to Eva. And one day when Eva turns up lost, Elizabeti realizes just how much she loves her special doll. For children adjusting to a new sibling, this story is perfect. "This book is a splendid celebration of life and the power of a childs imagination." School Library Journal Starred Review "A little slice of perfection." Publishers Weekly Starred Review« less
If I could give this book 6 stars I would. A delightful picture story - abouan african child in a village situation - shows great imagination and creativity by Elizabeti - shows today's children that money does not buy the best things.