"[A] fast-paced rhyming tale ... amusing and appropriate." - The New York Times
"[A] rollicking read-aloud."
- Kirkus Reviews
"Humour abounds from beginning to end. Subtle comic touches enhance the already funny concept of "kid ninjas" and elevate the book above similarly themed titles." - Quill & Quire
"Tougas's energetic rhyming text is matched by his action-packed illustrations ... A fun addition." - School Library Journal
"Chris Tougas has created a fun rhyming story that will have kids wanting to act out ninja moves right along with the characters... children will be sure to be entertained." - Resource Links
"The pitch perfect combination of rhythm, repetition, content, and visuals in Dojo Daycare make it an excellent choice to be read to - or by - young children." - Canadian Review of Materials
"This lighthearted book couches important social lessons in humorous rhyme, avoiding a didactic tone while still championing kindness and sharing... This book is just right for the very young, and adults will appreciate the weary ninja Master's daily struggle." - Library Media Connection
"Vigorous and energetic." - Greater Victoria Public Library
2015 Bolen Books Children's Book Prize, 2015
A Canadian Children's Book Centre Best Book for Kids and Teens, 2015
Wyoming Library Association Buckaroo Award (nominee), 2015
Quill & Quire Best of 2014, 2014
A Today's Parent Top Picture Book of 2014, 2014
Nominated for the Saskatchewan Young Readers' Choice Willow Awards, 2016
Annual Award Winner at St. Mary's International School, Tokyo,