About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is starting to notice that their friends have very different interests or comfort zones than they do. It is a perfect tool for validating a child who might feel pressure to be adventurous when they prefer the familiar, or for the child who feels restless while others are content to stay put. Through the eyes of two tiny fleas, Leo Lionni explores the beauty of individual perspective without making either choice right or wrong. The story follows two fleas: one who longs for the excitement of the big world and one who is perfectly happy living on the back of a friendly dog. As they hop from a dog to a bird and beyond, they realize they have very different goals. Lionni's signature collage art and simple dialogue provide a gentle entry point for children ages 3 to 7 to discuss self-confidence and personal boundaries. It is a reassuring choice for helping children understand that being different from a friend does not mean they cannot still be friends.
