  | Hello, Tobi! Author: Caceres, Andrea | |
| Price: $23.28 | ||
Summary:
Every day, Tobi goes for walks with his family. At the park, he likes to say hello to everyone-small families with big dogs, big families with small dogs, tall families with tall dogs, short families with short dogs.
Reviews:
Kirkus Reviews (05/15/25)
School Library Journal (04/01/25)
Booklist (07/01/25)
Full Text Reviews:
School Library Journal - 04/01/2025 PreS-Gr 1—Throughout history, humans have wondered what colors dogs perceive. Rather than focusing on this perennial scientific question, the more compelling inquiry is how they emotionally "see" the world and how humans might emulate their generous, accepting spirits. For dogs like Tobi, who have been taken care of by a loving family, the world is full of many different, interesting types of people and dogs, and Tobi wants "to say hello to all the other dogs and their families" when he takes a walk with his multicultural family of three. Tobi sees families that are small or big, with tall or short people. Some families are composed of quiet people, while other families are "LOUD and like to talk, yell, or even sing." Tobi observes families that play together or observe nature quietly. Some families look like one another, while others do not. Tobi loves all the families and their dogs, not judging based on human constructs like appearance, gender, or status. Cáceres's illustrations are two-dimensional and colorful, conveying effortlessly the loving feelings of the families depicted as well as their dogs. VERDICT A sweet and deceptively simple story offers readers a new lens for looking at those they are familiar with as well as those who are different with an open heart—just as Tobi might.—Sally A. James - Copyright 2025 Publishers Weekly, Library Journal and/or School Library Journal used with permission.
Booklist - 07/01/2025 In Hello, Tobi! a friendly Yorkshire terrier enjoys exploring his neighborhood with his family and also loves meeting and making friends with other families with dogs. Author-illustrator Cáceres welcomes readers with a vibrant palette and soft, gentle shapes that transport into delightful landscapes filled with a diverse collection of family and friends, all of whom greet Tobi and his family with a smile. Perfect for young readers who love dogs, are growing up alongside dogs, or might be learning more about the happiness that pets can bring to their lives, this is a fun neighborhood adventure set along busy city sidewalks, through lush parks, and around local sights, reminding readers what a fun companion a dog like Tobi can be. Tobi’s friendly nature even helps his family meet new people and make neighborhood friends! The book celebrates all types of families and people, and Tobi’s appreciation for his own family—and affection for everyone he greets—is palpable on every page. - Copyright 2025 Booklist.
