I Talk Like a River    by Jordan Scott & Sydney Smith Order:  USA  Can Holiday House, 2020 (2020) Hardcover      Reviewed by Hilary Williamson In I Talk Like a River, poet Jordan Scott gives us an empathetic picture book from the perspective of a boy who stutters. He tells us 'I wake up each morning with the sounds of words all around me. And I can't say them all.' Sydney Smith's flowing images explain and enhance the text. I especially like his depiction of the boy's reflection in a window as he gazes out at things he has trouble speaking of ... 'The C is a crow that sticks in the back of my throat.' After a tough day at school, dad takes him to a river. He's sad but dad says, 'See how that water moves? That's how you speak.' Knowing he talks like a river makes a difference. Read this book to help a child understand what it's like being different. Note: Opinions expressed in reviews and articles on this site are those of the author(s) and not necessarily those of BookLoons. Find more Kids books on our Shelves or in our book Reviews