Murmel, Murmel, Murmel

Reach for this book when your child is transitioning into a big sibling role or showing a sudden, intense interest in playing house and caregiving. It is a perfect choice for children who are beginning to understand that everyone needs a place where they truly belong. The story follows Robin, a young girl who discovers a baby in a sandbox and takes it upon her own initiative to find the infant a proper home. Munsch uses his signature repetitive humor and absurdist logic to explore themes of responsibility, community, and empathy. While the premise is silly, it mirrors a child's earnest desire to be helpful and competent. It is an ideal read-aloud for preschoolers and early elementary students who will delight in the strange adults Robin encounters before finding the perfect match for the baby. Parents will appreciate how it validates a child's agency in solving problems.