Christine Kole MacLean

I liked this book because it captivated the reader's attention and kept them guessing as to what poor little Jackson had done. All through the book it shows Jackson giving examples of others making mistakes and trying to downplay his. However, his mother cannot see this mistake as a little mistake. While the rest of the family, including those at the wedding they were attending, told Jackson it was okay, his mother was embarrassed and wanted to make sure that Jackson would never make this mistake again. The story is relatable, especially when we hear of Mrs. Beal sitting on Jackson's cupcake, or the waitress calling Jackson a girl by mistake. The pictures are also part of what makes this a good book, because while Jackson is detailing others' mistakes, the pictures show right before the mistake, so that the reader can use their imagination to picture the accident actually happen. This book has a message for both parents and children. Parents should take out of it that they should keep better watch over their children while playing. Children should learn that everyone makes mistakes, but you should think before you act so that you can avoid them.… (mehr)