"Filled with humor and heart, Duckie and Snaps' antics will naturally garner comparisons to Elephant and Piggie and serve the same beginning-reader audience. This tale of friendship reminds children and grown-ups alike that while we are all different, we can still be friends. A fabulous start to a series that young readers will eagerly enjoy." -- Booklist "Speech bubble-heavy text with thoughtful use of repetition enhances comprehension and enjoyment. Digitally colored pen-and-ink illustrations (a mix of scene-setting introductory spreads, varied panels, and single pages) feature crisp black lines, bold hues, and slapstick-y interactions between an unlikely duo -- who, in terms of friendship, turn out to be very lucky ducks." -- The Horn Book "With jaunty, clear-line ink cartooning, Miller ( Izzy Paints ) gives the goings-on a sketch comedy feel, while Dyckman ( Campingland ) provides read-aloud-with-relish repartee." -- Publishers Weekly "A kooky tale of unlikely friendship." -- Kirkus Reviews Praise for Ame Dyckman: "Dyckman's debut offers pitch-perfect pacing and gentle humor.

" -- Kirkus Reviews , starred review "Dyckman's pared-down prose gives the role-reversal story just enough drama, humor, and robot-inflected dialogue. to keep children entertained for many re-readings." -- Publishers Weekly , starred review "The tone of the wry, bemused narrator is perfect. and the target audience will likely be eager for a repeat listen." -- The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books "Dyckman has a knack for combining humor with emotional truths." -- Common Sense Media.