Oh my goodness, it's cute out there! I am stepping away from my usual reviewing practices with this adorable little book, because I am now the proud grandmother of a racially and ethnically blended grandchild, and every little person deserves to have quality literature available featuring at least one face that resemble their own.

My thanks go to Net Galley and Orca Book Publishers for the review copy. This book is for sale now.

There's not much text here, nor should there be. Infant books need to be long on images--with happy human faces the very best of all--and cuddling opportunities with the big person doing the reading. This is how we learn that we love reading.

The images are terrific! There are thirteen pages. Each page has a photograph of a baby being "snickled," which is a blend of snuggle and tickle. Five images feature white or blended families, including one baby with Down's Syndrome. Five are Black or blended families, including one very Black family, which I am especially glad to see; so many public images of Black people feature those that are very, very light-skinned, and children notice these things. There are two more sets of family members that might be Latinx, Asian, or American Indian, or a combination of these.

I almost never go out and buy books that I have read for free; this will be one of the rare exceptions. Highly recommended for families of children under age 3; this would also make a great baby gift.

This is a charming and adorable board book for babies and toddlers! An adorable ode to affection and expressive language, kids will love the silly made-up words and opportunities for cuddles while reading. The pictures of babies with the people who love them will appeal to very young readers who love seeing themselves on the page. This would make an excellent baby shower/new parent gift and could definitely become an oft-repeated favorite!

Many thanks to the publisher and NetGalley for the opportunity to read and review!

I love the delightful photographs of babies and their families, laughing, loving, and playing together. The silly words will resonate with little readers, as will seeing babies and toddlers just like them on the pages! The book has diverse representation among its families as well. Highly recommend!

Absolutely adorable book! Had my my son and I nnickling the whole time.
Loved the pictures and easy of reading that kept my sons attention during story time.