Eaton’s cartoon artwork deftly homes in on humorous details, then steps back for a concluding shot of a youngster reading this book, seen from behind, bringing this original take on moving to a simple yet touching finale. A bittersweet tribute that makes a poignant connection between maps and the concept of home.
—Kirkus Reviews (starred review)
A meditation on what makes up both a home and a generous spirit.
—Publishers Weekly (starred review)
This picture book combines a fresh idea with engaging illustrations. . . . The narrative and the illustrations, created with pens, watercolors, and colored pencils, are convincingly childlike as well as fun. . . . a thoughtful project idea for kids.
—Booklist (starred review)
[A] delightful new picture book. . . . Readers will delight in the small, often humorous details of Heuer and Eaton’s ingenious creation. A Book of Maps for You is the kind of story that will follow you wherever you go.
—BookPage (starred review)
Its welcoming tone delivers an uplifting message that beckons the newcomer, allaying the character’s—and maybe some readers’—anxieties and mixed feelings about moving to a new home.
—The Horn Book
Readers will enjoy poring over the detailed maps, discovering new surprises with each reading. . . .The wish to help the new occupants love their town as he does is heartwarming and effectively upbeat. For all collections, this lovely book will translate to lessons on a sense of place, love of community and, of course, mapmaking.
—School Library Journal
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