About This Book
Reach for this book when your child starts comparing their life to others or expressing a desire for more material things. It is an ideal choice for the child who feels restless in their own skin or wonders if a different, more glamorous lifestyle would finally make them happy. The story follows Cinnamon, a young girl who leaves her wandering life and dancing bear to become a princess in a stone palace, only to find that luxury feels like a cage without freedom and friendship. Phoebe Gilman's lush illustrations and lyrical prose explore the nuances of identity and the realization that belonging is rooted in people and nature rather than possessions. It is a gentle, folkloric lesson in gratitude and self-knowledge, perfect for children aged 5 to 8 who are beginning to navigate social pressures and the allure of 'fitting in' at the cost of their authentic selves.
