“The conversational tone and familiarly patterned narrative contrast pleasantly with the tangled jungle setting. Weaver’s smudgy charcoal illustrations, digitally colored, are lovely and softly luminous…. Perfectly paced, accessible, and appealing, this glimpse into a far-off habitat will entertain young listeners and, perhaps, awaken their empathy.” —Kirkus Reviews, STARRED REVIEW

“The pictures have a sepia tone and convey the soft rusty orange, black, and white of the tigers’ coats, while giving a glimpse of the flora and fauna of their jungle.” —Booklist

“Filled with larger than life illustrations…just right for the youngest audience. Children will delight in following Mother Tiger and her cubs on their adventure through the jungle…. It will serve as a favorite story to read before bedtime, with the tigers feeling safe, warm, and sleepy after their long day’s adventure.” —School Library Connection

Parents’ Choice Silver Honor Award—Parents’ Choice Foundation, 2019

Best Children’s Books of the Year ―Bank Street College of Education, 2020

Jo Weaver worked in international development and as a support worker at a center for the homeless before turning to illustration. She has an MA in children’s book illustration from the Cambridge School of Art. Little One is her first picture book. She lives in England. You can visit her website here.

“A soothing and appealing read-aloud, this lovely look under the sea may spark scientific curiosity in listeners.” —Kirkus Reviews

“The simple, comforting text and the graceful illustrations keep perfect time, lending a quiet satisfaction to a story perfect for bed/laptime. Inviting to the eye and gently informative, this is a soft introduction to gray whales and animal migrations.” —School Library Journal

“Weaver’s lyrical text is accompanied by stunning charcoal illustrations, which beautifully capture this habitat, both above and below the water line.” —Booklist

“In broad, charcoal-rendered illustrations, Weaver presents the whales’ beautiful—sometimes perilous—journey.” —Publishers Weekly

“Dreamy” —Foreword Reviews

Parents’ Choice Recommended Award —Parents’ Choice Foundation, 2018

Jo Weaver worked in international development and as a support worker at a center for the homeless before turning to illustration. She has an MA in children’s book illustration from the Cambridge School of Art. Little One is her first picture book. She lives in England. You can visit her website here.

“Gorgeously drafted charcoal artwork…terrifically self-assured…” ―Publishers Weekly, STARRED REVIEW

“Quietly stunning.” ―Kirkus Reviews, STARRED REVIEW

“This is the sort of book that will make little ones of the human sort want to cuddle up and feel comforted by the big ones in their lives.” ―Wall Street Journal

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“A sweet parent-child story for bedtime that evokes safety, peace, and plenty.” ―School Library Journal

“[A] simple tale of togetherness and growing independence” ―Booklist Online

“I just marvel at how beautiful Jo’s work is… If you haven’t see this book already, get your hands on it, hold it close, and just treasure the beauty—the art—that is this story.” ―All the Wonders Podcast

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CCBC Choices (Picture Books for Babies, Toddlers, and Preschoolers) ―Cooperative Children’s Book Center, 2017

Best Children’s Books of the Year (Starred) ―Bank Street College of Education, 2017

Best Picture Books about Family ―Kirkus Reviews, 2016

Kansas State Reading Circle Recommended Reading List (Starred, Primary) ―Kansas National Education Association, 2017

Jo Weaver worked in international development and as a support worker at a center for the homeless before turning to illustration. She has an MA in children’s book illustration from the Cambridge School of Art. Little One is her first picture book. She lives in England. You can visit her website here.