"The straightforward text realistically makes Jessie the one who sees the problems that can arise for Casey (and herself), but her protective mechanism seems natural. The inviting, solidly drawn artwork features doll-like characters with expressive faces. It's easy to see that being himself moves Casey from sad to happy." -- Booklist "Compassionate. Offer examples of language that children and adults could use in similar real-life situations, and Jessie's response to the library bullies might be the best of all. After being told that boys don't wear skirts and bracelets because 'That's just the way it is,' she responds, 'Not anymore.'" -- Publishers Weekly "This slice-of-life story will appeal to families, whether or not they include gender-creative members. A cheerful addition for libraries that need more titles like Cheryl Kilodavis's My Princess Boy and Sarah Hoffman's Jacob's New Dress .

" -- School Library Journal Best Books of the Year - Center for the Study of Multicultural Children's Literature Best Children's Books of the Year - Bank Street College of Education Irma Black Award Honor - Bank Street College of Education Massachusetts Book Award Finalist - Massachusetts Center for the Book.