About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is going through a phase of wanting more, bigger, or newer things, or when they are struggling to see the value in what they already have. This story follows a little mouse who finds a giant apple and decides her house is too small to fit it. As she searches for a larger home, she visits several neighbors, eventually realizing that the best home isn't the biggest one, but the one where she feels most safe and settled. Petr Horacek's vibrant illustrations and clever use of die-cut holes make this a tactile, engaging experience for toddlers and preschoolers. It is a gentle lesson in gratitude and the concept of 'home' that helps children understand that bigger is not always better.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
None. The story is secular and entirely safe for all audiences.
Ideal Reader
A preschooler who is currently fixated on 'upgrading' toys or space, or a child preparing for a move who needs to process the idea of what makes a house a home.
Parent Prep
This is a 'cold read' book. The die-cut holes are the main attraction, so be prepared to let the child poke their fingers through the pages. A child complaining that their room is too small, their toys are inferior to a friend's, or expressing anxiety about moving to a new environment.
