About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is feeling hesitant about trying something new or prefers the predictable safety of home over the unknown. It is a gentle, humorous tool for validating the feelings of a 'homebody' while showing that the world is much bigger and more beautiful than it is scary. The story centers on a cautious Cyclops who lives a cozy, quiet life in a cave in Central Park. When his adventurous sheep friend fails to return, he must overcome his long list of worries to go on a rescue mission. Through witty prose and relatable anxiety, it celebrates bravery as something that exists even when we are trembling. It is a perfect pick-up for preschoolers and early elementary children who are navigating transitions like starting school or visiting a new place.
