When a small boy's father brings home a gorilla from a zoo that has just been closed, at first the boy appears to be very surprised and apprehensive. As the gorilla spends time living with the boy and his family, the boy seems to become more at ease with the new family member. The gorilla plays with the boy, sleeps in the bunk under him and attends his birthday.
This picture book is large colourful and is beautifully illustrated. The premise of "My friend gorilla" is very odd, but it may be intended to be a book that encourages younger children to think about new additions to their family like; pets or new siblings and how they will eventually become accustomed to the new addition and even miss them if they leave. The odd premise will not likely be a problem for a young child, and it may prove to be a good subject for debate among older children. The text is very simple and repetitive, but not rhythmic. I think a better working of the text may enhance the book, but in general the it is well done.
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