A Chicago Library Best of the Best Book! 2009


An Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Gold Award Winner


REVIEWS


"Young readers will be reassured by the tale's comforting message that a family's love is constant despite a little one's minor—or histrionically major—upheavals. Meisel's watercolor, acrylic and gouache illustrations depict a cleverly detailed raccoon-family home ensconced within a tree. This amusing peek at a common childhood scenario and its peaceable resolution will satisfy children and parents alike."
Kirkus


"A child’s rebellious outburst is lovingly resolved...
its sweet resolution is soothing and satisfying."
School Library Journal

Illustrated by Paul Meisel. Published by Candlewick Press.

Harriet's fed up! She and Mama had a big fight, and now Harriet's planning to run away... a charming story of misbehavior, fury, and forgiveness that will be familiar to anyone, big or small, who has had an argument with a loved one.