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abigailsue's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
bickie's review against another edition
3.0
Good themes of self-advocacy, openness to new ideas and experiences, and appreciation of family (warts and all). Baby Lincoln is depicted as grandmother-aged in the illustrations, but the words do not necessitate this. She could be any adult age. Best for ages 7-9.
read2menow's review against another edition
4.0
I really loved reading this story about "baby". It's about an older woman who wants to break free of her routine and to be able to make her own choices in life. She has spent most of her life doing what others tell her to do. In this book, she decides to go on an adventure and to feel what it feels to make your own choices and to choose what makes you happy. The vocabulary level is great for readers under 11 years old.
sara_hudson's review against another edition
4.0
I love Kate DiCamillo's language and voice, and those are the strengths of this book. The shortcoming is that it feels like it is written more for adults than children. But, we all need a chance to reflect on how we allow others to treat us and what we really want in life. And, Baby Lincoln gives us that chance.
hulahoopes's review against another edition
5.0
Oh, Kate!!! A story that looks so simple yet holds so much in its heart.
hbeth21's review against another edition
5.0
I don't usually rate or record the books that I read with my 6 year old, but this one should really be read by everyone, both big and small. At our house, we love Kate DiCamillo, we love Mercy Watson and all of the characters from Deckawoo Drive, but I have always had a particular soft spot for Baby Lincoln, in every Mercy Watson installment. We learn so much about Baby Lincoln in this book, and also a bit more about her sister Eugenia as well, so that maybe we can understand a little bit more about each of them. I loved every moment of this read, and found myself near tears as I read it to my kindergartener, in more than one part. Kate DiCamillo has a way with words, and she and her lovely friends from Deckawoo Drive have certainly found a way into my family's hearts, and I hope to share these characters with my family for generations to come.
bak8382's review against another edition
4.0
Baby Lincoln has always lived in the shadow of her older sister Eugenia. Then one day Baby awakens from a dream determined to take a "necessary journey." She buys a train ticket and meets a cast of colorful characters on her way. For some reason we missed reading this one out loud, but we broke out the audiobook for a recent car trip. This one mainly features Baby, but Stella, Eugenia and even Mercy Watson play their parts. Baby's real name is revealed as well. Another delightful tale in the Mercy Watson series.
babayagareads's review against another edition
4.0
This was adorable. I would recommend this for nearly any age group. It just feels good.
lizard007's review against another edition
5.0
I have read all of the other Mercy Watson books, but this one is definitely one of the best!!!!!!!!