“An ode to childhood play and the boundlessness of imagination. Perfectly captures the rich, fulfilling world of childhood fun to be found in the seemingly mundane.” — Kirkus Reviews

“Engaging….a beautiful illustration of the notion that ‘play is the work of children.’ …. Completely child-centered, cheerful….A strong choice for preschool story times and for educators looking for themes of cooperation, curiosity, and creativity….charming.” — School Library Journal

“Lively….Who needs toys when your imagination can perform alchemy? With its simple language, celebration of imagination, and large illustrations, this would be a good read aloud for storytimes.” — Youth Services Book Review