True to its musical core, Bardhan-Quallen’s text has a lively spring, which is snappy to read aloud.
Kirkus Reviews
"This title brings a message of courage and growing self-esteem through the support of friends."<b> </b>
School Library Journal
The theme of working together and empowering one another is sweetly (and comically) portrayed here along with an important early lesson about relying on others when facing a personal struggle.
Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books
Panel art moves this story of friendship and teamwork along quickly for a lighthearted yet relatable read.
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