'An engaging story... with fun drawings.'
- Midwest Book Review

'(A)n unusual and delightful adventure... You will immediately be enchanted by the three endearing little bearded fellows with cone-shaped hats... You will surely admire each drawing by the renowned Swiss painter, author, and illustrator, Ernst Kreidolf.'
- Vermont Country Sampler

'The illustrations in wintry muted hues complement the story and add to the fun... This would be a good choice for a winter story time.'
- Youth Services Book Review

'This attractive book is translated from a classic, wintry, German tale. Full of fun and mischief... The gentle text and enchanting illustrations combine to make this both a perfect book to share and an ideal read for the child who wants to settle in a corner with a captivating story.'
- Carousel

'A fantastic snowy tale of the woodland gnomes who visit their mountain cousins and meet the Winter Queen.'
- Juno Magazine