“Especially delightful is Hodgson’s variety of knit headwear and colorful characters, giving the pages a jaunty, vibrant feel throughout. Modeling the key to making friends, this gentle tale wields its messaging with a whisper rather than a thump.”—Kirkus
“The story’s tidily phrased moral lands on a truth: genuine curiosity builds connection far more powerfully than self-promotion ever could.”—Publishers Weekly
“This delightfully funny picture book gently shows young readers that getting to know others rather than showing off is the way to make friends. Reidy’s latest picture-book offering will leave readers, like Bob, feeling the biggest, strongest, and smartest when it comes to friendship.”—Booklist
“With its punchy illustrations and clever callouts to show inner thoughts and conversations, this book puts forth the notion that respect isn’t given to the loudest or the braggart. Instead, it’s earned through conversation, through respecting differences, and through listening to others. It’s a worthy SEL lesson, as well as one that’s funny via exaggeration and commentary. A beautiful book about true friendship, with teachable skills for younger elementary students.”—School Library Journal
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