". . . the idea that imperfections are no reason to despair is a pretty good theme for a picture book and should be appreciated by both reader and listener alike." --Booklist

 

". . .  a picture book whose jaunty tone and charitable theme are perfectly matched by Sam Zuppardi’s bright, explosive, scribbly illustrations." --Wall Street Journal

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• ​Bank Street College Best Children's Book of the Year

• Alabama Camellia Children's Choices Book Award nominee: K-1 Division category

• CCBC Choices

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