Paintings of the author's favorite large things are labeled in uppercase letters, while favorite small things are labeled in lowercase for each alphabet letter. This witty and lively presentation is a wonderful way to welcome young children into the world of words. The author's style falls short of meeting the reader's expectations. The theme is one which is familiar to young children and has the potential to appeal to the reader's emotions. However, the plot is shallow and characterization is static while details related to the setting of the story are conspicuously absent.
Illustrations are watercolor and ink, and vary in size and amount of detail.
Although Voake's knowledge of her subject is apparent is the drawings, her illustrations lack vitality and do little to strengthen the story. Ali Turfe Wojciechowski, Susan. Susan Natti, Illustrator. Knowing that the crystal is good for only one wish, Beany really has to give considerable thought as to what she wishes for. In this charming, humorous tale, Susan Wojciechowski describes a young worrisome girl whose daily adventures are quite funny and familiar to reading audiences of all ages.