"A small, intense, original tale that links art, faith, and natural cycles...Elsina is both allowed to express her artistic talent, and respected by her elders for it-wisdom in any society." -- Starred, Kirkus Reviews
"The story is elegant in its simplicity, evoking the cycle of life in a rural African setting...Children will not only get a sense of culture and place but will also understand Elsina's longing to participate and create in the world." -- The Horn Book
"Art is the story in this small, lovely picture book." -- Booklist
"Heartwarming." -- School Library Journal
