Adderson sets up a simple pattern, making the plot easy for a small child to follow. We see Sweet Street in it's normal state, meet a character who disrupts things, and return to uneasy stasis. This pattern escalates to a breaking point, exploding in a massive food fight that will amuse most children. Attributing the resolution to a small child empowers young readers to see the change they can make in the world. And the illustrations are brightly colored and whimsical without becoming riotous and overwhelming. It's a charming story with an accessible message.
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