Mine! - Tapa dura

Written in short sentences and heartfelt, childlike dialogue, this simple story strikes a chord that will resonate with young children who know that they should share but find it very difficult. Heap's expressive artwork conveys an operatic range of emotions within the short space of a picture book. ... A strong read-aloud choice that many parents and caregivers will want to share.
--Booklist Online

Heap's ... pencil-and-acrylics art expresses so much joy at the siblings' reconciliation that some readers might just be tempted to see what happens when they share.
--Publishers Weekly

The illustrations, rendered in vibrant colored pencil and acrylic, have no background--only a simple horizon line, which keeps the focus on the characters. The human figures have sizable faces, emphasizing their expressions and emotions. Sharp-eyed readers will see that the toys themselves are troubled by the strife, and their smiling faces (and beaks) reflect their happiness when fair play resumes. ... Sweet, simple.
--Kirkus Reviews

Pleasing cartoon illustrations are large and soft, on plain white backgrounds. Text is minimal and printed in an easy-to-read font, which should be helpful for young readers.
--School Library Journal

From New York Times best-selling illustrator Sue Heap comes the perfect antidote for reluctant sharers everywhere.

Amy loves her blankie, her bear, her bunny, and her bird very much. “Mine!” she proudly crows. But what will happen when baby Joe and twins Zak and Jack want to join in and play too? Sue Heap’s joyful illustrations bring a classic story of learning to share to vibrant life.