Caroline and Olivia are two young girls who are very surprised to find their room suddenly so clean and tidy. Knowing they weren’t the ones responsible for the cleanup, the sisters ask their parents and learn they are also not responsible. However, their father suggests the mysterious helper might have been a being known as a “Dinglehopper Blueberry Belly-Button Snooter.” The three of them journey into the forest to find him, and at last, they get introduced to Buznard Archebald, who the girls decide to call by the nickname “Steven.” It turns out that he is a sweet soul who keeps extra blueberries in his belly button, yet he is quite lonely due to his odd appearance. The family invites him to dinner, and he soon becomes a good friend they will likely see on a frequent basis.

This story is a gentle reading experience, with beautiful illustrations and a wholesome atmosphere. The way Buznard Archebald cleans the girls’ shared bedroom is reminiscent of old legends related to beings who tidy up homes or perform chores, often receiving food or another benefit in exchange. Buznard Archebald does it just to be friendly, but the results are the same. It also becomes a nice story to use in teaching children that even if someone may look different or peculiar at first from their perspective, seeking to learn and understand more about them can reveal a new and wonderful friend. In addition, it is an appropriate story to tell children throughout the day or at bedtime. As such, this book is a great and wholesome read, and kids are sure to love meeting the Dinglehopper Blueberry Belly-Button Snooter.

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