Another satisfying domestic drama from veteran author Hughes, this will please old fans and make new ones.
—Kirkus Reviews
It’s a simple story, written cleanly and clearly. Surrounded by ample white space, the artwork is big, bright, and cheery.
—School Library Journal
Children will enjoy the action and details in the vibrant gouache artwork, which makes effective use of layered and textured colors. Fine-tuned to young children’s sensibilities, this picture book reads aloud very well.
—Booklist