Creators
Birgitta Sif was born in Reykjavik, Iceland. She received her BEA from Cornell University and her masters from the Cambridge School of Art. She is the author and illustrator of Oliver, shortlisted for the Kate Greenaway Medal. Birgitta's feet have now taken her to Cambridge, where she lives with her family. You can find out more about Birgitta at birgittasif.com
Reviews
Pleasingly reflective of familiar childhood inner and outer wanderings, this picture book encourages little readers’ feet and minds to run on and on.
Kirkus
A really charming celebration of the imagination
The Bookseller
Birgitta Sif’s delicate pencil drawings give the book a quiet sense of intimacy… a charming and unusual trip through a child’s outer and inner worlds.
Lovereading4Kids
Birgitta Sif creates a narrative that can move beyond the page, inspiring young imaginations to see the world with different eyes and to play. Outstanding.
Books for Keeps
A wonderfully entertaining picture book designed to fire up the imagination of a young child.
Carousel
A short, accessible, easy read for young readers
Early Years Educator
Entertaining, playful and hugely original… this is a star book that will tap into the imaginations of the very young.
The School Librarian
Sif’s pencil outlines filled with a soft watercolour palette of blues and greens with splashes of yellow are the perfect match for this whimsical story.
Inis, Children's Books Ireland
A calm, relaxing and uplifting read about a child’s ability to think big and embrace adventure, reminding us adults to open our eyes to the joy and delights we might otherwise overlook in the everyday world around us.
Playing by the Book blog
Engaging… the last superbly atmospheric pages about bedtime make it a wonderful evening read-aloud.
Library Mice
A lovely story with a simple message… illustrated beautifully in Birgitta Sif’s instantly recognisable style.
Magpie That blog
