About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is facing a major life transition, like moving to a new home, or when they are deeply longing for something they cannot have right now. This gentle memoir follows a young girl's move from the city to the country, capturing the initial anxiety of a new environment and the blossoming of a passionate hobby. It beautifully illustrates how patience and creative expression can help bridge the gap between a dream and reality. Parents will appreciate how the story validates the 'big feelings' of childhood, from the nervousness of change to the intense, singular focus of a hobby. It is an ideal choice for fostering conversations about how we handle waiting and how we can find comfort in art and nature during lonely times. Appropriate for ages 4 to 8, it serves as a soothing reminder that new beginnings, while scary, often lead to unexpected joy.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The book is secular and realistic. It deals with the minor trauma of relocation and the feeling of being an outsider. There are no heavy tragedies, just the relatable 'growing pains' of childhood. The resolution is hopeful and fulfilling.
