Sometimes, a Tiger

"★Asterplume has a perfect grasp of the give-and-take between pictures and text. ... A powerful imagination is no substitute for a good meal, but this book drops a broad hint that good spirits and a caring community can be rallied to the cause."

"★ Z.B. Asterplume's debut picture book beautifully conveys how imagination--and "sometimes, a tiger"--can make all the difference on a belly-grumbling, "not-so-shiny day." {W]ith its perfect balance of text and art, it is a story of food insecurity, but it's also a story of sharing, caring, making connections, and strengthening community. ... Young readers should relate to Dario's kindness being repaid in kind. Because, surely, there are times when everyone can use a tiger."

"Dario opens the pantry to find few options for breakfast: “a can of beans, pretzels, pickles.” His hunger is forgotten, however, when he discovers a tiger hiding within. ... Dario’s community comes together to fill his plate. Animals, including Dario’s tiger, a bejeweled giraffe, and an octopus clutching celery, are whimsically rendered, participating in visual gags that will delight young readers."