About This Book
Reach for this book when you have a spirited child who finds it impossible to sit still when they should be resting. It is the perfect tool for those high energy moments when a child feels a disconnect between their own internal rhythm and the expectations of the world around them. Through the lens of a playful orangutan family in the rainforest, the story celebrates the natural urge to move, dance, and express joy. Written in the traditional tanka poetry format, this book offers a rhythmic and soothing yet energetic reading experience for children aged 4 to 8. It beautifully balances the themes of individual freedom and family belonging. Parents will appreciate how it validates a child's need for physical expression while gently guiding them toward the idea that there is a time for wild play and a time for quiet rest within a loving community.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The book is entirely secular and joyful. There are no heavy themes of habitat loss or poaching, which are common in books about this species. Instead, it focuses on the emotional experience of the animal, making it a safe, hopeful choice for sensitive readers.
