My first graphic novel."  Fantastic cut paper (?) illustrations.  Fun plot, good design (big enough to show pix, small enough for young hands to hold, doesn't look babyish), good enough science, interesting author's note." ( )

This book is about a mouse's voyage to the Antarctic. And during the trip, the Mouse is constantly asking a same question "Can we go home now?" while its owner enjoys the experience. I love this simple story because there are a lot of imaginations and items are mentioned. And the illustration of this book is cute.
Age:4-6

This is so far my favorite TOON book. I love the art in this. Then end papers and double page spreads are incredible. The text is clever too. So much love. ( )

Frank Viva has won quite a few awards and a lot of acclaim for his Along a Long Road. I didn't care for it and it didn't work well in storytime.

But this new title really works for me. In stunning landscapes of color, shape and line mouse and a strange Charlie Brown-like figure travel down to the bottom of the world: The Antarctic.

Mouse adds a human element to the awe-inspiring landscape as he make silly comments and complaints, enjoying the journey but always a little doubtful about the trip. The design changes from four small panels to full-page spreads as mouse and his friend look at the vast world they're traveling through and then return to their own concerns.

Verdict: This won't have the instant appeal of Fly Guy, but it's well-written, beautifully illustrated, and has a great layout. Kids and parents looking for something a little different with some gentle humor (which might as well be the slogan for Toon) will enjoy this odd but stunning little book.

ISBN: 9781935179191; Published September 11, 2012 by Candlewick/Toon; Review copy provided by publisher; Purchased for the library