About This Book
Reach for this book when your child starts bringing home treasures from the backyard, like special rocks or feathers, and is beginning to struggle with the concept of ownership versus stewardship. It is a gentle tool for teaching that loving something often means letting it stay where it belongs. Hazel and Twig are two mouse sisters who find an egg and immediately imagine a future with a new pet, but they eventually realize that the egg has a family of its own waiting for it. This story beautifully balances the excitement of discovery with the quiet maturity of doing the right thing. It is ideal for preschoolers and early elementary children who are developing empathy for living creatures. The mouse siblings model a Korean-American household through subtle details, making it a warm choice for families seeking diverse representation in a classic animal fantasy setting. It provides a soft landing for a conversation about the difference between a found object and a living thing.
