★ “Via spare, poetic language as well as watercolor and pencil illustrations that take hazy, desaturated hues, Tallie and Becker celebrate the time shared between a child and caretaker as they together meander through a metropolitan neighborhood. . . . Whether viewed as a depiction of mindfulness in practice or the quiet joys of together time, this tender story is a reminder of the importance of being in the world with unhurried attention and open hearts.”– Publishers Weekly, STARRED REVIEW

“Tallie’s poetic text celebrates the textured details of an urban neighborhood and the pleasure of sharing those details with someone else . . . The palette, heavy on mauves and soft shades of blue, conveys the warmth and safety of the small, shared adventure.”– Horn Book

“A multigenerational morning walk reveals small delights in a bustling neighborhood. . . . A mix of spot artwork and full-page spreads in violet undertones keeps the focus on the duo and their discoveries, while Tallie’s unexpected word combinations like ‘a shy sunflower’ and ‘a squiggly rainbow’ help sustain a childlike wonder and evoke pleasing imagery bolstered by Caldecott Medalist Becker’s rough-edged, slightly unfinished watercolor and colored pencil depictions. A mindful pick for urban amblers.”– Kirkus Reviews

“The calm, quiet descriptions present a soothing antidote to the bustle of many people’s lives . . . Becker uses soft watercolor and colored pencil to create illustrations that expand on the details of the day and further develop the peaceful pace the girl and man employ. . . . Going slowly allows them to fully experience the details of life around them.”– Booklist