  | Warm and Fuzzy Author: Rothman, Scott | |
| Price: $23.28 | ||
Summary:
Warm and Fuzzy are going on an adventure, but Fuzzy has a few questions and concerns about preparing for their outing. Warm assures Fuzzy that they have everything they need, and if there are any unexpected surprises, they will be able to handle it.
| Illustrator: | Won, Brian |
Reviews:
Kirkus Reviews (02/01/25)
School Library Journal (00/12/24)
Booklist (+) (12/01/25)
The Hornbook (00/07/25)
Full Text Reviews:
Other - 01/20/2025 This picture book’s title phrase, which usually describes feelings of comfort and familiarity, here supplies the names of two characters-a pair whose respective demeanors represent calm and anxiety. Warm is a yeti-like creature confident in the duo’s ability to embrace unfamiliar experiences-as Rothman (Parfait, Not Parfait!) writes, "We are smart./ We are strong./ We are imaginative./ And we are ready for anything." For Fuzzy, a diminutive, cub-like critter, being prepared means worrying about every detail that could go wrong-especially a potential dearth of toilet paper. But with Warm’s unflagging reassurance (and willingness to pack a spare roll), a reluctant Fuzzy accompanies the gentle behemoth through a door, joining an array of animal guests at a fabulous party that includes prizes, presents, and an extensive tea party spread. Warm’s refusal to clarify the duo’s destination for Fuzzy may strike some as dismissive or high-handed, regardless of the adventure’s payoff. But warmly lit digital artwork by Won (the Adurable series), with characters rendered in soft textures of colored pencil hatching, also visualizes how getting out of one’s comfort zone can be liberating and fun. Ages 3-7. (Apr.) - Copyright 2025
Booklist - 04/01/2025 *Starred Review* Rothman’s latest picture book gives new meaning to the common phrase warm and fuzzy. Here Warm and Fuzzy are good friends. They are both sweet-looking furry monsters, but they are not exactly alike. Warm is large, and Fuzzy is small. The two friends also have very different approaches to new things. Warm is adventurous and confident, while Fuzzy is . . . not. When Warm proposes an adventure, Fuzzy responds with a string of concerned questions and insists, “We need to be ready for anything and everything! . . . What if there’s no toilet paper!?!” Warm is already well prepared with a full backpack but reassures Fuzzy several times, saying, “I understand your worries, Fuzz, but everything really will be fine,” and “We have everything we need.” With Fuzzy still unconvinced, they set off on their adventure, which ends up being a fun party. In the end, Fuzzy thanks Warm and admits, “I’m glad we went there.” Won’s whimsical illustrations bring the friends and their differences to life with a sense of humor, especially Fuzzy’s many emotions and facial expressions. The soft, rounded art style creates a gentle atmosphere amplified by warm light and the earthy hues encountered on their journey. A fun and helpful read about overcoming anxieties that doesn’t hit too close to home. - Copyright 2025 Booklist.
