"Merino hits it out of the park with delightful artwork that will immediately endear the little dragon to readers and have them giggling cover to cover. She writes with a light, clear hand, letting the illustrations deliver the humor. Readers should look closely for neat little details, adding even more charm to this sweet, funny book about celebrating differences ." -- School Library Journal on The Crocodile Who Didn't like Water " The animal-who-doesn't-belong theme takes on sparkling new life. This is an exemplary picture book ."- Sarah Ellis, Booklist on The Crocodile Who Didn't like Water "What begins as an ordinary story of a young hero not fitting in with his peers takes an unexpected and rewarding detour. [this book] celebrates recognizing one's strengths over forcing oneself to fit the mold." --Publishers Weekly on The Crocodile Who Didn't like Water "Kids will find plenty to enjoy in the artwork.

A pleasing choice for reading aloud in the classroom, the library, or the home ." Booklist on The Sheep Who Hatched an Egg "Using soft edges, watercolors, and simple, warm words , Gemma Merino shares the unlikely story of a sheep who lost her silky wool but gained happiness, self-confidence, and a beautiful new friendship." Foreword Reviews on The Sheep Who Hatched an Egg " A dandy tale of self-acceptance . Merino's airy style reflects the light message of the book: celebrate yourself and enjoy your imperfections." Kirkus Reviews on The Sheep Who Hatched an Egg "With aplomb, Lola shows that there are good hair days and bad hair days, but self-confidence comes from within. A fun seasonal read-aloud for storytime and one-on-one sharing. School Library Journal on The Sheep Who Hatched an Egg "Children will enjoy this heartwarming story with its clever artwork that helps illustrate the lesson that one doesn't have to be perfect to be accepted or loved." School Library Connection on The Sheep Who Hatched an Egg.