Super cute and sweet children’s book about choosing and making choices. Only thing I would change is how many times the author said Oops. I found that too redundant and annoying.

In Waffle Can't Decide, by Brenda S. Miles serves up a delightful story that cleverly plays on the term "waffling" to teach children about decision making. Each decision showcases the consequences of choices in a fun and relatable way for young readers.

The narrative is both engaging and educational, encouraging children to think critically about their decisions while enjoying the whimsical world of food.

The illustrations by Monika Filipina perfectly complements the story, bringing the delicious waffle-themed adventure to life.

Overall, Waffle Can't Decide is a fantastic addition to any child's bookshelf, blending humor with valuable lessons about decision making in a way that is accessible and entertaining.

Waffle Can't Decide is a great picture book that focuses on young Waffle's struggle to make decisions big and small. I really appreciated the way this book framed different types of decisions & did not talk down to kiddos that struggle to make them quickly. The book gave several different options to help you make decisions and discussed what decisions were big and what decisions were smaller.

Thanks to NetGalley, Brenda S. Miles, and the American Psychological Association for allowing me to read and review this book! My thoughts and opinions are my own.

This title helps children “zoom in” to decision making in order to make decisions smaller and more manageable. The characters and setting are cute throughout the book and would be relatable to kids who select this book.

The author’s note at the back provides background science and some discussion questions to help an adult reader connect the dots for their younger readers, which is very helpful.

If you have a child in your life that struggles to make decisions, then I would highly recommend this book.
Waffle Can't Decide is an adorable picture book about a waffle that has a hard time making decisions and the ways that she tries to overcome it. The way it's described feels very accurate and accessible for young children. The story line and illustrations are engaging enough that all children should enjoy this book, whether they have a problem with making decisions or not.
As an adult, my favorite part is the Reader's Note at the end that has some very helpful and practical tips.

I voluntarily read and reviewed an advance copy of this book provided by the publisher, American Psychological Association, via NetGalley. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

The book was beautifully written. The author made careful word choices that were very impactful. Overall, the book was well written and I did really enjoy it.

Absolutely LOVED this new children’s book about decision making with the main character named Waffle! Such an appropriate name as she waffles and hems and haws to make decisions. Delightfully told with strategies to build new ways to make decisions and gain new perspectives on the importance of different decisions. Highly recommend for the home, classroom, or library. Thank you NetGalley and APA for the ARC in exchange for my honest opinion. Pub Date: Oct 08 2024