Jean Reidy

Winner of the Dutch Silver Pencil Award! Read more here!

Adopted by The Tennessee Department of Education as part of their literacy/social studies curriculum.

“Richard Scarry has some competition in this effort, which follows a toddler-age bunny and his mother around town on their errands… Neatly encapsulates the three-ring circus that is a little tyke’s world and gives children an opportunity to practice all kinds of skills.”

“The rhyming text bounces along with an abundance of action words … This spirited picture book is as much fun to browse through as it is to read, and it could spark classroom discussions about neighborhoods and community workers.”

“This adorable trip around town will be a big hit with any toddler who has ever been a passenger alongside a busy grownup with errands to run. With fun-packed illustrations for little ones to look at again and again and a surprise ending that causes instant giggles, this book definitely earns a spot on the ‘favorites’ shelf.”

“With spreads jam-packed with detail and event—as the action moves from home to bustling sidewalks, past traffic jams and into the hospital (for a visit) and the library—it’s an undeniable feast for the eyes.”

“For the youngest, Jean Reidy’s All Through My Town, illustrated by Leo Timmers, is an amusing, brightly colored trip through one such community, as seen by a little bunny from his stroller … With so many details to discover, parents who grew up with Richard Scarry will enjoy a similar experience here.” 

“It’s a typical day out for a young bunny and his mummy as they go about their happy business, surrounded by the hustle and bustle of a lively town … The words are fun and bouncy, while the paintings offer large-scale details to pore over … The scenes could be interpreted as set anywhere from Manhattan to Meadow Lakes, Alaska, thereby making this relatable to a wide range of youngsters.” 

“Jean’s picture books are full of rhythm, rhyme, and fun–perfect for sharing with young and emerging readers.”