the first opinion is in!

Kirkus has weighed in on THE TROUBLE WITH GIRAFFES, and they very much understood what we were trying to do. Favorite quotes include:

“Mantchev takes inclusion a step further from in her earlier book Strictly No Elephants (2015), demonstrating that removing barriers to physical access can transform a nominal “All are welcome” policy from good intentions to committed practice.”

and

“A kid-friendly look at the multifaceted work that underpins true inclusivity.”

Read the whole thing over this-a-way, (please note, full review includes a recap of both plot and illustrations,) and don’t forget to preorder your copy. You can also grab the box set that includes STRICTLY NO ELEPHANTS, which makes great baby shower and Back To School educator gifts. <3