Written by Kate Hoefler and Illustrated by Sarah Jacoby
A Chicago Public Library Best Picture Book of the Year, Christian Science Monitor Best Children’s Book of the Year, and Kirkus Reviews Best Book of the Year
★"Exhilarating . . . Graceful text and evocative illustrations combine in this story about the rewards of facing fears and trying something new." —Kirkus Reviews, Starred Review
★"Rich in metaphor without an ounce of heavy-handedness, this timeless fable should be left out for a little one to come to and contemplate on their own, when the need arises." —Booklist, Starred Review
"An appealing story about grief and acceptance. Recommended for public and school libraries as a tool for children who are experiencing grief. The tone is lighter than in many texts that deal with loss, and the book lends itself to discussion." —School Library Journal