About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is grappling with the feeling of being an outsider or when you need to discuss the heavy realities of homelessness and the foster system with gentleness. This story centers on Stephanie Michelle, a kind park worker, and Fondo, a lonely boy without a stable home who finds solace among the park's geese. It is a deeply moving exploration of belonging, empathy, and the way imagination can provide a sanctuary for a wounded spirit. While it touches on sadness, it is ultimately a testament to the power of community and the magic found in nature. This is an ideal choice for elementary aged children who are developing a sense of social justice or those who need to see their own 'differentness' validated as a strength. Polacco's signature storytelling creates a safe space to discuss how we care for the most vulnerable among us.
