* "Enchanting... It's a sweet summoning emboldened by González's starry-eyed text, an assortment of phrases and statements that gesture toward the promise found in young readers everywhere. Garcia's muralist background lends itself here to striking, gorgeous artwork that embodies a whimsical sense of cosmic compassion... Simply dazzling." -- Kirkus Reviews, starred review

* "Lyrical words by González (a member of the Tap Pilam Coahuiltecan Nation) emphasize the intergenerational ties that bind the characters and show Indigenous knowledge in the process of being passed down. Garcia's portraits center affectionate familial gestures alongside mural-like views of sunset skies and evocative representations of fire, earth, air, and water." -- Publishers Weekly, starred review

"González's poetic, eloquent writing is successfully complemented by Garcia's stunning paintings, full of color and energy... A thought-provoking, mind-expanding piece of art that shows gratitude to our planet." -- Booklist

"The team behind the Pura Belpré Illustration Honoree All Around Us here introduce readers to the wonder and healing power of the natural world and the importance of sharing in cultural traditions... Garcia's illustrations have a dream-like quality that pairs beautifully with González's spiritual yet grounded narration." -- Shelf Awareness

"Beautiful and meditative." -- Juana Martinez-Neal, award-winning author & illustrator

"A lyrical, wise story that explores family by exploring the earth. This book should be in every classroom and every home." -- Matt de la Peña, New York Times bestselling author

Américas Award, Consortium of Latin American Studies Programs
Brigid Erin Flynn Award for Best Picture Book, Texas Institute of Letters (TIL)
Southwest Books of the Year, Pima County Public Library
Pura Belpré Illustrator Award, American Library Association (ALA)
ALSC Notable Children's Books, American Library Association (ALA)
Best Books, Kirkus Reviews
Best Books of the Year, Center for the Study of Multicultural Children's Literature
Skipping Stones Book Awards, Skipping Stones Magazine
Bookstagang Best Books of the Year, Bookstagang