"[T]here’s plenty of action as Freddie twice rescues his neighbor’s ball, makes excuses to avoid running so his shoes won’t smoke and gets stuck in a tree before performing a heroic rescue. Freddie’s Hispanic heritage shows in descriptions of food and references to his deceased abuela, both worked in naturally....Boys who are able early readers will particularly appreciate this series; a third title is already on the way." Kirkus Reviews

"Benítez's line illustrations are a delight; even in black and white, they jump off the page, and children will appreciate the characters' great facial expressions. The use of varying fonts and sizes adds emphasis and is likely to appeal to even the most unkeen readers. The book is peppered with Spanish words and phrases. Engaging and fast-paced, this title will bait many young imaginations, particularly among the Flat Stanley crowd." School Library Journal, October 2010.

"Likeable characters in fast-paced, recognizable activities make these novels appealing and accessible to newly independent readers." Reading Rockets 2011 Big Summer Read Recommended Books for 6-9 Year Olds.

"This is a great early chapter series. I love Freddie Ramos and the community the author is building around him. The story moves at a great pace and there's a lot of action." TheHappyNappyBookseller, July 28, 2011.