“A nicely underplayed look at family change that will speak to many youngsters' experience.” —BCCB
“Aspiring artist Emily is trying to make sense of her life, which right now is all in pieces, since her mom and dad don't live together anymore . . . During the blue period, tones are gray and black and blue, but the final coloring collage invites children to find all the parts of Emily's life . . . Artful.” —Booklist
“*This is a heartfelt, relatable, and even sometimes funny picture book. It's also empowering for readers struggling with similar situations, as Emily figures out a way to redefine her idea of home - herself, through the making of art.” —The Horn Book, STARRED REVIEW
“*This book does a beautiful job of using the arts to show Emily's process as she grieves, accepts, and adapts to the changes in her family . . . A lovely, contemplative picture book.” —School Library Journal, STARRED REVIEW
“A girl adjusts to her parents' divorce with the help of Pablo Picasso's artwork . . . A worthwhile, idiosyncratic demonstration of a specific artist's relevance to a young child.” —Kirkus Reviews
“Daly offers a picture book with a middle-grade sensibility, examining the way that creating art can help dispel distress.” —Publishers Weekly