Opening Day
"...tackles issue of the kill without taking sides...about  friendship surviving a difference in value systems, about what the outdoor  experience offers our youth.." --Central Maine Newspapers, May 16, 2007"...  opportunity to consider the questions of killing-and eating-with open-minded respect...illustrations...lovingly portray...quiet dark of the north woods...drama of its wildlife." --Bangor Daily News, December 10, 2007"...first book for elementary school children about deer hunting...about being in the woods, respecting nature, learning how to read deer signs...theme of friendship..." --Rutland Herald, October 14, 2007"...this title is one of few quality children's books featuring an evenhanded portrayal of a contemporary young hunter." --Book Links, March 2008