About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is struggling to let go of a physical object, a pet, or even a visiting friend. It is the perfect tool for a child who feels a deep, impulsive need to possess the things they love. Through stunning, wordless illustrations, we follow a young girl who finds a fish and tries to incorporate it into her home life, only to realize that true care means honoring what the other creature needs to thrive. This story beautifully navigates the complex emotions of empathy and the bittersweet process of saying goodbye. By removing text, Cynthia Alonso allows parents and children to narrate the girl's shifting feelings together, making it a powerful bridge for teaching boundaries and environmental stewardship. It is a gentle, visually arresting lesson in how to love something without holding it too tight.
