Kulikov’s engrossing mixed-media illustrations interpose soft pastels with spreads of chalky blue line on ink-black pages, dramatically conveying Louis’ isolation and single-minded intensity. An inspiring look at a child inventor whose drive and intelligence changed to world—for the blind and sighted alike
– Kirkus Reviews

Illustrations in Kulikov’s signature style, light-hearted with a touch of tartness, deftly toggle between sun-washed scenes in which the world views Louis and blackened scenes in which Louis recreates the world he sees in his mind.
– The Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books Reviews July/August 2016

Kulikov’s mixed-media artwork mirrors and magnifies the text, keeping the spotlight solidly on young Braille and his world as he moves through it.
– School Library Journal, September 2016

Six Dots is one of Amazon’s best of the month September!

Six Dots were included in The Children’s Book Review’s roundup of Best New Picture Books!

FamilyFun Magazine’s October issue includes Six Dots in their roundup of inspirational biographies!