This is the story of one very special babushka doll and her five bodies.
There was the outermost body, Antonia. She was pure beauty and everyone who saw her raved about her good looks. Beneath that body of beauty hid the second body, Loretta, who was richly adorned. She wore gold ornaments, and her robe was decorated with many different gems that glittered like the ocean on a sunny day. Hidden within the rich body was Paula the body that held all the talents. Whatever Paula did, she was sure to succeed. She knew how to work and always did so with joy and determination. Under the shell of the talented body was Viola, the body of wisdom. Viola knew a lot about the world and learned very quickly. She was always full of brilliant ideas and had clever solutions for every problem. The last body, the innermost and smallest of all, was Mary, the embodiment of love. Mary had a compassionate heart and was very helpful. She had the special ability to dry tears and mend broken hearts.
One day Babushka decides she wants to find out the meaning of life, so she sends her bodies out of the forest and into the world to search for answers.
The Story of Babushka is lovely and I really enjoyed reading it. It has a classic, fairytale feel, which sweeps you into its world and makes it wonderful to read aloud.
Babushka's five very different bodies are vividly described, beautifully illustrated and each important in their own, unique way. Together, their story is touching and heartwarming.
This story explores what it means to be happy, and to feel valued and loved. It has a really sweet message and I loved the ending.
The illustrations are exquisite, filled with beautiful detail and colour, and I could spend ages looking at each page. You can take a closer look at them on the story's website which really helps to bring this world to life, with interactive images and free colouring sheets.
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