Praise:

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Pura Belpré Illustrator Award Honor Book

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Scholastic Reading Club Selection

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CCBC Choices 

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Bank Street College of Education’s Best Children’s Books of the Year

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NY Public Library’s  “100 Titles for Reading and Sharing”

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Notable Children's Books in the Language Arts (NCTE)

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“A wonderful read-aloud, filled with merriment and conviviality.”

— Kirkus Reviews, STARRED

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“The artistry of this book makes it a must buy for all libraries.”

— School Library Journal, STARRED