This is an exceedingly encouraging and optimistic children's book, the perfect pep talk for girls and boys. From the endearing illustrations, a colour palate that pops and a message that allows readers to celebrate the multiplicity of talents that each child brings to the world. "Smart is not just being best at spelling bees, a tricky test. Other things are just as clever...." This is a wonderful storybook for any occasion but would make a particularly great gift for kids just starting school.