School Library Journal (starred review) Ruzziers sweetly subversive sensibility proves to be a felicitous match. Publishers Weekly (starred review) With a nod to the fanciful, this alphabetic listing of activities invites readers imaginations to soar. Kirkus Reviews (starred review) Each page offers its own adventure taken together, the spreads create an irresistible, deliciously subversive invitation to turn ones back on the tiresome.

Review Quotes This work adroitly bridges the more-than-half-century gap between two accomplished artists.An abecedarian catalog of delights. Paired with Ruzziers playful and irresistible drawings, this story will delight readers of all ages and inspire them to roar like dandelions. This never-before-published story from Ruth Krauss-one of the most beloved childrens book authors of all time-and celebrated artist Sergio Ruzzier is a remarkable collaboration that captures the timeless spirit of Krausss signature wit and humor. Not since A Hole Is to Dig and Open House for Butterflies have we seen such electric and playful words on a page. Shelf Awareness (starred review) From the Back Cover Dance with a leaf. This small gem will encourage imaginative wordplay and movement. School Library Journal (starred review) Ruzzier creates a visual narrative with reoccurring characters. Publishers Weekly (starred review) With a nod to the fanciful, this alphabetic listing of activities invites readers imaginations to soar.

Kirkus (starred review) Each page offers its own adventure taken together, the spreads create an irresistible, deliciously subversive invitation to turn ones back on the tiresome. A perfect gift for the holidays, Valentines Day, and graduation! An abecedarian catalog of delights. Paired with Ruzziers irresistible drawings, this story will delight readers of all ages and inspire them to roar like dandelions. This imaginative story from Ruth Krauss-one of the most beloved childrens book authors of all time-and celebrated artist Sergio Ruzzier is a remarkable collaboration that captures the timeless spirit of Krausss signature wit and humor. Book Synopsis *** #1 Amazon Bestseller *** ** Four starred reviews ** * A Publishers Weekly Best Childrens Book of 2019 * From Ruth Krauss, the celebrated childrens book author of The Carrot Seed and A Hole Is to Dig, comes this never-before-published book of witty one-liners-brought to life by Geisel Honor-winning artist Sergio Ruzzier. About the Book A previously unpublished abecedarian by the author of A hole to dig and The carrot seed in which each letter is represented by a clear-cut command to child readers (butt like a billy goat, sit in the sun and shine).

A Hole is to Dig by Ruth Krauss