  | Full Text Reviews: Booklist - 02/01/2019 This simplest of books offers a strong message to preschoolers, who are starting to realize they are not the babies or toddlers they once were. A little rabbit boy tells readers he’s too big for his crib, too big for his shirts and shoes. McPhail, a master of the small moments, puts his bunny alone on the pure white page and visually pulls the humor out of experiences as the child grapples with things he’s outgrown. But with putting things behind comes opportunities for new experiences. He may be too big for Grandpa to pick up, but he’s just the right size for a hug. New clothes fit better, and now he can be a big brother. The last page echoes the title: “I am just right.” Although there is only a line of text on each page, the book offers plenty of opportunities for discussion. Pair this with titles from Rosemary Wells and Kevin Henkes that also look closely at early childhood development. - Copyright 2019 Booklist. School Library Journal - 02/01/2019 Toddler-PreS–A young rabbit finds himself growing and changing in many ways and is slightly unsure about it all. "I am too big for my crib… I am too big for my shirt." He Has outgrown his shoes and his tricycle. He is sad when he realizes that he is too big for Grandpa to pick him up: however the journey to self-acceptance begins when he notices that although Grandpa can't pick him up, he most certainly can hug him. As he acquires some "big boy" items like a new bed and a new bike, he begins to realize that he is "just right" the way he is. Intricately drawn pastel illustrations capture a range of emotions as the protagonist deals with confusion, frustration, and then the joy of acceptance. VERDICT With simple text and soothing pastel drawings, this book will clearly resonate with toddlers and preschoolers who are growing and changing. An excellent read-aloud or lapsit selection.—Kristen Todd-Wurm, Middle Country Public Library, NY - Copyright 2019 Publishers Weekly, Library Journal and/or School Library Journal used with permission. Loading...
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