A good friend will help you prepare for your challenges and will see you through them, as Bear does for Mole in another charming tale in the series from Hillenbrand… A winner all around. —Kirkus Reviews (Starred Review)
The broad, soft outlines, expressive characters, and autumnal palette give the story a gentle tone… —School Library Journal
The book provides a good lesson in trying and persevering. Especially good for reading aloud.
—Floyd C. Dickman, Children’s Literature Specialist & Co-Director Of The Mazza Children’s Book Center
Hillenbrand’s evocative words summarize the arc of the story, from hoisted, wobble, crash, and sobbed, to encouraged, whooped, whoa, exhaled, hollered, and smile. His large mixed-media illustrations further enhance the drama. Bear and Mole, charming in their simplicity, are the focus of most pages, and their facial expressions highlight their emotional journey
—Booklist