I appreciate a publishing company that understands how very difficult it is to make a good board book....this book is pretty much brilliant. It shows animals apart who, when put together, make different shapes. Circles, squares, triangles....The art is bold, colorful, simple, funny, sweet, touching... --Elizabeth Bird, A Fuse #8 Production, School Library Journal
Japanese author/illustrator Yonezu marries color, animal, and shape concepts with die-cuts and a reassuring theme of love in an expertly designed and executed board book....Yonezu's simple renderings radiate happiness and charm on every page. -- Publishers Weekly
adorable and a great way to show your kids that you love them. --Jenny Williams, geekdad.com
The vibrantly colored, stylized animals are appealing, the large white shapes on bold backgrounds command attention, and the glossy, die-cut pages encourage exploration....Babies and toddlers will appreciate this playful, upbeat introduction to shapes. -- Kirkus Reviews
A smart way to introduce simple shapes, adorable animals and a Valentine's-worthy love theme, Yonezu's board book is precious. -- Kids Home Library
A sweet book to read again and again. -- Imagination Soup
Yusuke Yonezu uses clever cutouts to convey--without ever stating outright--the message that loves completes us . . . ingenious pictures. --Sarah Smith, nytimes.com
With a playful love message for Valentine's Day, Japanese author/illustrator Yusuke Yonezu brings together bold colors and stylized illustrations to familiarize tots with basic shapes. -- Washington Parent
