"The text’s tone is lighthearted, with humorous word choices conveying fascinating facts ... Quirky, informative, and far from soporific."

"A fun and factual title, sure to be a bedtime favorite." - School Library Journal

"A fresh, appealing book perfect for bedtime read-aloud ... A neat, science-investigation starter for young readers."

"Playful, comforting ... This book will have wide appeal with its cute animals and their unusual and often humorous adaptations." - Canadian Children's Book News

"This is a fine information book for reading aloud at bedtime. The design is lovely, the illustrations are bright and inviting." - Sal's Fiction Addiction

"A clever bedtime read ... books like this help to bridge the gap between humans and the rest of the planet." - Library Matters

"Impressively informative, charmingly entertaining."

"The style of the book makes it easy to be interactive with young readers ... This would make a great book to read before bed." - Youth Services Book Review