About This Book
Reach for this book when your child starts noticing how their body interacts with the world, or when you want to ground a high energy moment in quiet mindfulness. It is a gentle, poetic introduction to the five senses through the eyes of an adorable bunny protagonist. Rather than a dry list of facts, the story uses Chris Raschka's signature watercolor style to celebrate the joy of experience, from the sound of a buzzing bee to the taste of a sweet berry. Parents will appreciate how the book fosters a sense of wonder and gratitude for everyday moments. It is perfectly suited for toddlers and preschoolers who are transitioning into a more conscious awareness of their own physical capabilities. It offers a wonderful opportunity to pause and talk about what your little one sees, hears, and feels in their own environment, making it as much an activity as it is a bedtime story.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
None. The book is entirely secular and focuses on the physical and sensory joy of being alive in the world.
Ideal Reader
A three-year-old who is constantly touching everything in the grocery store or pointing out every airplane in the sky. It is for the child who is just beginning to name their experiences.
Parent Prep
This book can be read cold. The text is very brief, so parents should be prepared to slow down and let the child linger on the abstract, watery illustrations. A parent might choose this after their child asks a question like, What are my ears for? or when a child seems overwhelmed by sensory input and needs a way to categorize and understand their feelings.
