Once upon a time… so begins this charming story about an adorable llama named Lila. After deciding she really wants to meet a unicorn in person, Lila makes a list of everything she knows about the mythical creatures. She sets off in pursuit, trekking through the desert and the forest until she reaches the sea. What she discovers at the end of her journey is surprising and magical. Sometimes dreams come true. For Lila, the outcome is even more exciting than she could have predicted!
The illustrations adorning the pages of The Little Llama are spirited, without being too simplistic nor overly complex. The faces of the animals are childlike in their design, making Lila approachable and disarming. The whimsical story rouses curiosity in young minds, as even I found myself flipping back pages to see if I could indeed find the rainbow! The story is light and playful, encouraging exploration and creativity, with a touch of magic thrown in for good measure.
Isla Wynter has an obvious talent for curating tales for young children. Any aspiring young unicorns out there would treasure The Little Llama Meets a Unicorn, and will want to read it again and again.
