About This Book
Reach for this book when you want to slow down and reconnect with the quiet beauty of the natural world or when your child is just beginning to find patterns in their surroundings. It is a gentle invitation to mindfulness, perfect for a calming bedtime ritual or as a companion for a backyard exploration. Using George Ella Lyon's rhythmic poetry and Thomas Lyon's vivid photography, the book guides children through a lush Kentucky forest, counting treasures from one to ten. It celebrates the importance of green spaces while reinforcing early math skills through the lens of environmental appreciation. Ideal for children ages 3 to 7, this book transforms a simple counting exercise into a lesson on gratitude and observational wonder. Parents will appreciate how it validates a child's natural curiosity about the outdoors and fosters a sense of stewardship for the earth.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The book is entirely secular and safe. It focuses on the preservation of nature and the beauty of life. There are no depictions of threat or loss, making it a purely positive experience.
Ideal Reader
A preschooler or kindergartner who is an 'observer' by nature. This is for the child who stops to look at every pebble on the sidewalk or the student who thrives in sensory-based learning environments. It is also excellent for families living in urban areas who want to introduce the concept of forest ecology.
