My daughter couldn't stop asking questions about why the neighbors were unkind, and this book gave us such a gentle way to talk about it. The story of Bimi and Evie's friendship feels real, and it's helped her see our own diverse street in a new light.
Natalie★★★★★
The illustrations really capture the warmth of the neighborhood, and the way it handles the kids' mixed reactions feels honest without being heavy-handed. My daughter asked to read it three nights in a row, and each time we found a new little detail in the background to talk about.
Richard★★★★★
The refugee storyline hit close to home for us, but the way it's told through Bimi and Evie's eyes makes it gentle enough for my 4-year-old to follow along. We've read it three nights in a row, and each time she points out something new in the diverse neighborhood illustrations.