"Varon's singular visual style--bright, friendly, and completely zany--and her deft, economical writing style make this simple ode to holding hands burst with originality and charm." -- New York Times "In Varon's world, even the sun and the moon hold hands. Seemingly effortless verse.makes this the kind of readaloud that could find a place among favorites." --Publisher's Weekly " With gentle guidance, young readers will pick up on the broader message that hand-holding.embodies strong emotional connection, bonding, and inclusion. [This] concept is well-depicted in the colorful, cartoony illustrations of the smiling, bearlike protagonists and their fellow community members, who represent various animal species, colors, sizes, and shapes." --Kirkus " This is sure to be a day-care winner, and even youngsters petulantly asserting their independence may be reminded that it's really quite nice to hold somebody's hand.

" -- The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books "Various animal (and other) characters, rendered in Varon's singular offbeat style, show readers how hand-holding can provide comfort." --Horn Book "This warmhearted book will hold up over many readings, and is a must purchase for ­libraries serving younger patrons." -- School Library Journal "Award-winning graphic novelist and picture-book artist Varon uses her trademark stylings and anthropomorphic animals to create a gorgeous and precious picture book about a simple but crucial element of learned childhood behavior." --Booklist.