Snoozie, Sunny, and So-So

Amit’s soft-edged illustrations, done in a palette of muted blues, reds, and grays, depict unclothed animals who walk on all fours and play boisterously but inhabit human homes and write using pen and paper. There is nary a human in sight, which lends a whimsically surreal touch to this gentle friendship tale. In Appel’s translation from Hebrew, Ben-Zvi’s narrative unfolds with a delicate sweetness that never tips into the saccharine. An understated delight from Israel. -STARRED REVIEW, Kirkus
"Readers can pause after each page to admire the beautiful illustrations by Ofra Amit...Little So-So is “as sweet and delicate as a chocolate cream puff” (my favorite line in the book!) as well as socially anxious. Readers will be able to relate to Snoozie’s and Sunny’s enjoyment of fun games and learn that just a little bit of bravery can go a long way toward bringing new friends into your life." — Mia Spangenberg, WorldKidLit