A narrator tells the readers about where they belong in the world and what positive characteristics they have, such as bravery. This is an inspirational tale for the youngest readers, reminding them of how they are loved. With the refrain of "So many doors in all your days, so much to wonder about. Who will you be and where you will go? And how will you know?", I could see this being a book that is gifted to others for special occasions, such as a baptism, preschool graduation, etc. The gentle illustrations complement the text nicely. ( )

This book about a little child , who go with different places and each place that she knew was a door , that was open for her. She said that every day the doors open and she can enjoyed of each plays, where she was, She admmire the nature and want to sing a song , whatever place she was.

This book is about life being unknown and there being so many choices. The common phrase in the book is "who will you be and where will you go? And how will you know?"

After being wowed by Taeeun Yoo's beautiful linoleum block prints in the recent Only a Witch Can Fly (named one of the ten Best Illustrated Children’s Books of 2009 by The New York Times), I was delighted to discover that she had a new picture-book due for publication in early 2010, and even more excited when I found an advance reviewer's copy.

Unfortunately, while I found the illustrations quite appealing - they're not as striking as those done for nly a Witch Can Fly, but then, they were created with a softer, less dramatic palette - the text of So Many Days did not impress me. This is the second Alison McGhee and Taeeun Yoo collaboration whose narrative left me indifferent, leading me to suspect that McGhee isn't the "right" author for Yoo. On the other hand, it's also possible that, having read this so soon after Joy Harjo's lyrical For a Girl Becoming - another recent inspirational picture-book - I was simply expecting too much. Taeeun Yoo fans will definitely want to take a look at this one, but other readers probably don't need to rush right out to find it. ( )

This is a gorgeous book with stunning illustrations. The warmth and beauty of the language is matched by the vision and delight of the art.

Unfortunately, I can't see any kid being interested in it. Maybe if you read it interactively "what's the dog doing now? what do you think the little girl is going to do next" but other than that....no, I'm not a big fan of "inspirational picturebooks"

On the other hand, it would make a GREAT graduation present! Next time I know somebody graduating, they're getting this one!

Verdict: If you have parents who like inspiration picturebooks, this might be a good selection for your library collection. Otherwise, save it for personal gift-giving