5 STARRED REVIEWS NPR Books We Love 2024 Pick Kirkus Best Books of the Year SLJ Best Books of the Year New York Public Library Best Books of 2024 Chicago Public Library Best of the Best ALSC 2025 Children's Notable List Book 2025 Texas 2×2 List Pick 2026 Bill Martin Jr. Picture Book Award Nominee CLA/NCTE 2025 Notable Children's Book in the Language Arts " A master class in apologies and in storytelling through words and art." -- Kirkus Reviews , starred review "Smartly told.Lukoff models good behavior for kids (and, let's face it, adults) without being lecturing or preachy. A must-have ." -- School Library Journal , starred review "[A] witty epistolary classroom drama. [A] sparkling examination of messy feelings and meaningful apologies ." -- Publishers Weekly , starred review "Lukoff brings an enormous sense of compassion to a lesson that even adults can struggle with.

" -- BCCB , starred review " An incredible conversation starter . I'm Sorry You Got Mad goes a long way in teaching children the different ways an apology can sound, the ways it can fall flat, and the ways we can repair and restore beloved friendships. Julie Kwon's expressive character illustrations will help readers identify the difference between anger, regret and remorse." - BookPage , starred review "A layered, diversely cast children' book about how to apologize properly is a must-read for kids of all ages ." - People Magazine " Young readers will readily relate to Lukoff's theme, while Kwon's illustrations add a nice comic touch." - The Washington Post.