About This Book
Reach for this book when your child feels overwhelmed by the 'noise' of the world or is struggling to adapt to a new, busy environment. It is an ideal choice for the child who misses an old friend or feels like a fish out of water in a big city or new school. The story follows a grown-up Bear who wanders into the bustling city and finds everything a bit too loud, too tight, and too bright, until a chance encounter with a familiar face brings comfort. Through witty role-reversal, Leigh Hodgkinson explores themes of sensory overload, belonging, and the enduring nature of friendship. While it functions as a hilarious fractured fairy tale for children ages 3 to 7, it also serves as a gentle therapeutic tool for discussing anxiety and the importance of finding one's 'just right' place. Parents will appreciate the clever nods to the original Goldilocks story and the heartwarming conclusion that emphasizes that we are never truly lost when we have people who love us.
