\"Plus One is a funny but charged story about the wrongheadedness of exclusion. . . .\" Shelf Awareness

\"Treading a fine line between slightly heartbreaking and sweetly funny, this story is sure to spark discussions about kindness and inclusion. A solid purchase for picture book collections, and a strong choice for story hours about friendship and empathy.\" School Library Journal

\"The story is engaging, as are the warmly colored, comical illustrations, hand-painted in acrylic on hardboard. A good embedded lesson on the rewards of being inclusive.\" Booklist

\"A fun reminder to be open to friendship.\" Kirkus Reviews

\"Hare proffers this tale of inclusion with a light touch, gently underscoring the message that it s good to be open to new friends.\" Publishers Weekly