Tiddler

Reviewed by Anonymous

Tiddler is a playful rhyming story about a small fish whose elaborate explanations invite questions about imagination, truth, and how stories can protect or reshape our reputations. Donaldson’s memorable rhythm makes it ideal for group reading, while Scheffler’s illustrations add visual humor and details for children to discover. It suits preschool and early-primary readers who enjoy repetition, ocean settings, and a touch of mystery. A mild limitation is that the central lesson about honesty remains somewhat open-ended, so adults may want to discuss whether storytelling, excuse-making, and lying are always the same.