Description: Allie the alpaca starts each day intent on perfection, but when a series of frustrations ruin her positive attitude, her family helps her find humor in life's imperfections.
Review Quotes: [A] solid take on the gap between expectations and reality. . . . Striking a smart balance between calm, chummy reassurance and real sympathy for Allie's feelings, concise prose offers a satisfying kid-scaled resolution. . . .
--Publishers Weekly
--School Library Journal Lloyd and Snowdon have crafted a clever look at the pitfalls of spreading yourself too thin and the importance of finding joy in the little moments. Both author and illustrator balance tenderness with mirth. . . . A surefire cure for the blues.
--Kirkus Reviews What makes this story especially relatable is its honest portrayal of perfectionism and disappointment. Children will easily recognize Allie's emotions as she struggles with mistakes and unmet expectations. . . . With warmth, humor, and an encouraging message about resilience and self-acceptance, this charming picture book would make a thoughtful addition to children's library collections and classroom read-alouds.
--Booklist