★ "[A] subaqueous tale gently teaching consent...[and] offering young readers a visual lesson in empathy... Both fun and educational." ―PW starred review
"Perfect for young students who are learning about friendship…. This inclusive and heartwarming book is an essential addition to any library collection for young children." ―SLJ

"Playful yet clear...and the triumphant realization that 'every fish likes their own kind of squish!”' has high potential as a long-lasting and repeatable reminder." ―BCCB

"[A] rollicking undersea adventure...The back cover carries the overridingmessage: 'All you have to do is ask.' A fun lesson." ―Booklist

"Humor...helps the intentionally instructive text avoid preachiness. A mostly nifty vehicle to teach little ones about personal space, respect, consent, and bodily autonomy." ―Kirkus