With this whimsical premise, Xiao has crafted a heartwarming tale that perfectly captures the exhausting yet rewarding reality of caring for little ones. . . .The simple text is gracefully balanced with the visual exuberance of babies tumbling across pages, exploring their surroundings, and eventually snuggling up together. . . . A sweet, rambunctious celebration of babyhood that begs for repeated readings.
—Kirkus Reviews (starred review)
Delightfully silly, Xiao’s picture book brings out the bliss and exhaustion that come with caring for little bundles of joy. . . . The minimal text and soft, natural-toned backgrounds, painted in light washes of gouache and pencil, highlight the couple’s easygoing, carefree lifestyle, and their interactions with the babies are marked by a deep sense of patience and attentiveness. . . . Share this book with soon-to-be siblings and their expecting parents.
—Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books
[A] pitch-perfect picture book. . . .There’s constant hilarity in the chaos, reflected in the frequently gaping mouths of the grown-ups, who struggle to keep up at every turn. The quantity of babies guarantees at least seven delightful moments per spread, and it’s a joy to track down all the details endearingly placed throughout. Absolutely irresistible.
—Booklist (starred review)
Xiao’s digitally finished gouache and pencil illustrations feature distinct line art, loosely colored, projecting a homey quality that reflects the organized chaos of this instant family’s day. . . . Xiao’s lighthearted story about celebrating new arrivals—even seven of them—is sure to be enjoyed by all.
—The Horn Book
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