“A top-notch title in the “I Like to Read” series. . . . Text is brief and simple with repetitive words throughout, perfect for building confidence in young readers who are working on reading sentences. . . . A solid addition to any beginning reader collection. Also useful in SEL lessons.”
—School Library Journal

“This is a humorous look at the importance of cooperation, especially during times of crisis. . . . A spirited look at the comfort of community.”
—Kirkus Reviews

“The bubbly and candy-colored digitally rendered illustrations, made up of uncomplicated black outlines filled in with watercolor-esque pastels, contain a great deal of visual humor.”
—The Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books

“Cactus Home is a thoughtfully crafted early reader that conveys an important message about community and inclusion through simple, accessible text. . . . ideal for emerging readers developing fluency and for interactive read-aloud sessions. . . . Young children will enjoy guessing what is happening in each scene. This visually rich, warmly told story provides young readers with an accessible introduction to empathy, collaboration, and hard work.”
—Booklist