"Raschka takes a common experience and personalizes it by employing the visual perspective of a young child.the page design, along with the loose, amiable watercolor-and-gouache illustrations, elevates the book. Vibrant and full of energy, the pictures fully engage the reader as a participant in the story." -- Booklist "Raschka's loose line and bright watercolor-and-gouache edge-to-edge illustrations are lively and sweet, perfectly suited to his subject. A delightfully important adventure for a very small person." -- Kirkus Reviews "Raschka's clever visual perspective takes this outing from solid to superb.a delightful, somewhat Mr. Rogers-esque introduction and celebration of a small but significant life activity.

" -- Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books "The watercolor and gouache illustrations in Raschka's signature loose style give a child's-eye view of each phase of shoe-shopping.Raschka focuses on small moments of ordinary life that become significant: in this case, a young child who still needs help from adults practices self-reliance and makes independent choices." -- Horn Book Magazine "[A] simple joyous celebration.a perfect choice for preschoolers as well as new readers.A lovely, original book about a familiar rite of growing up, perfect for one-on-one and small group sharing." -- School Library Journal (starred review).