"To find a picture book that attempts to explore the patient, persistent and solitary pursuit at the heart of creativity is unusual; to find one that succeeds in making such an abstract process comprehensible to children is extraordinary.The author-illustrator team responsible for the bestselling "And Then It's Spring" has again produced something truly unique, melding a hypnotic text with translucent, light-filled illustrations that invite young readers to climb aboard, row diligently, keep looking and experience the wonder of the journey for themselves. -- The Washington Post " Fogliano's words are carved and measured. This is a writer who takes her time, and the leaps she makes with language surprise and thrill." -- The New York Times Starred Review , Booklist , April 1, 2013 issue:"A gorgeous love song to the imagination . It's breathtaking . Fans will be waiting." -- Booklist , starred review Starred Review , Kirkus Reviews, April 1, 2013 issue:"Readers will gape at the two enormous, whale-sized talents at work in this transfixing picture book.

" -- Kirkus Reviews , starred review Starred Review , Publishers Weekly, March 18, 2013 issue: "Stead's pencil and linoleum prints-as delicate, understated, and imaginative as ever-take exciting creative license with Fogliano's expressive writing."  "The same pair that brought us And Then It's Spring (rev. 1/12) returns with a book that has a similar overall feel but a completely different story. this one takes on the possibility of imagination." -- The Horn Book "Her [Stead's] work is often a study in composition, with horizon lines recurring like a chorus, counterpointed with subtle or strong diagonals and swoops. The whale itself is legitimately humongous yet also clearly wise and benign, politely presenting itself to the presumably well-pleased whale searchers. This could be an inducement to some imaginary eyes-shut travel, or just an offbeat choice for sending kids off to dreamland." -- BCCB.