Sockflea: A Stuffie in the Wild

Droll humor abounds in Dockrill’s narration, which perfectly captures a youngster’s mentality, pairing beautifully with Byrne’s thoroughly enticing digital art. . . . Friends are literally what you make of them in this highly amusing jaunt into the unknown.
—Kirkus Reviews (starred review)

Emphatic text amusingly reveals adult and child perspectives, while digital cartooning feels as loose and bouncy as the elephant’s personality, with wobbly lines and watercolor-style washes that capture both daytime delights and the midnight meltdown.
—Publishers Weekly (starred review)

All of the emotions are felt both through the fun-to-read-aloud text and animated illustrations full of details; there’s no doubt this winsome story will have fans coming back for multiple readings. In this story with a cheeky first-person narration delivered in short and punchy sentences, grown-ups will recognize the drama, and kids will love the humor.
—Booklist (starred review)

Digitally­illustrated in vivid colors, the book offers readers something to laugh at on every page. Told from the young elephant’s perspective in a hilarious voice, this story will give even the youngest readers a book that entertains and delights. This book is a surefire hit for story hours, providing laugh-out-loud ­moments contained in an adorable bundle of elephant energy.
—School Library Journal