Description: "A class spends recess imagining that various objects are the world, but nothing is quite as suitable for everyone to share as the actual, full-size world is"-- Provided by publisher.
Review Quotes: The subtle message hiding in the creases of this philosophical tale encourages kids to remember and take good care of our actual world. . . ., Ford's art is electric, the colors seeming to vibrate off the characters into the atmosphere. The small speech balloons that appear only add to the charm and humor. A truly original Earth Day book, certain to provoke laughter and discussion.
--Kirkus Reviews (starred review)
--Publisher's Weekly (starred review) If the message is overt, it's been given an innovative, fresh presentation here: unusually engaging, accessible, and aimed directly at its audience. Ford's cartoony illustrations rock with kinetic energy, and his portrayal of the class both as a collective whole and as distinctive individuals is an estimable accomplishment and spot-on for the book's theme--all kinds of people need to work together to protect our Earth.
--The Horn Book (starred review) Lively, cartoonish pen-and-ink drawings in rainbow hues successfully convey the boisterous enthusiasm of the students and their diverse personalities. . . . This enjoyable picture book offers a great conversation starter about cooperative play wrapped in subtle undertones about the importance of taking care of Earth.
--School Library Journal The gentle message, wrapped up in freewheeling recess fun, resonates.
--Booklist