"Both the text and the art encourage empathy for the bighearted but vulnerable bear, while suggesting the importance of speaking up for someone in distress. ... A heartening picture book."
-- Booklist
"Clever type design makes for easy reading, while lots of pictorial action adds drama to this
tale that gently reminds readers not to judge by outward appearances. ... A sweet tale of a
beloved bear defeating the tyranny of others’ expectations."
-- Kirkus Reviews