'“As the summer holidays begin, and you’re looking for literature to line little stomachs, you are unlikely to find a funnier, jollier, truer book than this on the subject. […] Willems plays with scale and colour to express the pigeon’s feelings in his utterly distinctive illustrations. The words and pictures are as strong as each other. […] This got a big laugh with my one-boy focus group.”' The Times, Children’s Book of the Week
'[…] perfect for those starting school [...]' Index Magazine
'A hilarious story perfect for anyone feeling a little reluctant about starting at school or nursery.' Mini Travellers