What Gifts Do Mori and Tibo Bring for Us? tells the story of something that keeps the people of Cultivan locked up in their homes. Mori and her extraordinary elephant, called Tibo, travel through different lands, hoping to find a solution to this sad situation. Can the gifts that Mori and Tibo bring help solve what's happening in Cultivan? Join our friends on an exciting adventure full of surprises and discover what lands Mori and Tibo visit and what gifts they receive in each one.

Reviewed by Delene Vrey for Readers' Favorite

What Gifts Do Mori and Tibo Bring for Us? by Esmeralda Perez Cortes is a book with lovely pictures for young readers. The book is written in an easy-to-read language with enough repetition to bring home the story's message and help young readers learn sentence structure and vocabulary. The story will find a place in the hearts of parents and children alike and will be a valuable tool to help a child overcome a scary situation and rise above the fear they might feel. The central theme is that when someone is scared, we can make a difference by showing gratitude, love, joy, and generosity to them. When we remember what we are grateful for, who and what we love, and what brings us joy, we can overcome fear and then generously share that with others who may experience sad and scary emotions. Even though this short story seems simple, it is a building block in growing your child's emotional intelligence and would make a worthwhile addition to your child's reading list.