“Lovely….The metaphor is so wonderfully clear – and so vitally important, especially in these captious times – you can practically feel the shards of hope lodging in your heart as you read it with a child.” – New York Times Book Review

“A compelling story that will work for toddlers and preschoolers alike. While the tale is proudly didactic, nothing about it feels forced or strident. Touching and timely.” – Kirkus Reviews

“A celebration of collaborations that bring about change, and that offer us hope at the same time.” – Through the Looking Glass

“Children will enjoy guessing at and narrating the unusual and surprising plot of this clever wordless book...The book’s powerful message about dismantling walls and building bridges is relevant in children’s everyday interactions and as they grow up in the world. Every classroom needs this book.” – The Reading Chair, NAEYC

Ferri has crafted a simply important message. Young children will delight in the adorable animal characters. The clever use of space replaces a seemingly endless monochrome wall with a colorful landscape that invites exploration. – Good Reads with Ronna