Kirkus Review.

Author/illustrator Goldfinger's colored-in crayon scenes burst with energy and warmth, and she gets a lot of mileage with expressions that are little more than two dots for eyes and simple, soft lines for faces. (Among their diverse class, Toby, Pete, and Lottie all have light skin.) The costumes look cozy and textured against expansive white backgrounds in compositions that are more sophisticated in the emotional, joyful moments they convey than the sketchy style would at first suggest. With savvy restraint, Goldfinger presents the magic of just watching three children raptly engaged in play. (Picture book. 4-8)

Publisher’s Weekly.

Loose crayon lines and washes of paint create a welcoming and nonthreatening school environment for the children to explore, while contributing a quiet visual humor that respects Toby's emotional life and catlike independent streak. Ages 4-8. Agent: Heather Alexander, Pippin Properties. (July).

“After reading this story, it is only appropriate to pretend to be animals for the rest of the day!”

— Meghan Jones on GoodReads

School and Library Journal.

with simple, colorful chalklike drawings, this picture book is sensitive to how overwhelming new environments and situations can be to young children and delivers its message of adapting in an unassuming manner. VERDICT A good selection for children apprehensive about going to School and making new friends. perfect for one-on-one and small group sharing.-Vivan Ho, Port Washington Public Library, NY

Reader Reviews

“The book is filled with vibrant, colorful illustrations that will catch a child's attention and keep them interested in the story.”

— Beth on GoodReads

“Imagination abound! But being yourself is great, too.”

— Britt on GoodReads