About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is in a 'why' phase or is beginning to notice the specific qualities of the world around them. It is a meditative, rhythmic exploration of the essential nature of everyday objects: like the crunchiness of an apple or the wetness of rain. By defining what is 'important' about these things, it helps children develop a sense of observation and focus. Beyond just teaching vocabulary, the book fosters a deep sense of identity and self-worth. It concludes by reminding the child that the most important thing about them is simply that they are themselves. It is a gentle, poetic choice for bedtime or a quiet afternoon when you want to slow down and appreciate the simple beauty of existence with your toddler or preschooler.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
This is a secular, gentle concept book with no sensitive topics. It is entirely safe for all audiences.
Ideal Reader
A 3-year-old who is fascinated by the textures and sounds of their environment, or a 5-year-old beginning to experiment with descriptive writing and poetry.
Parent Prep
This book can be read cold. It is highly effective when read with a rhythmic, almost hypnotic cadence. A parent might choose this after hearing their child struggle to describe something, or after a day where the child seemed to need a reminder that they are loved for exactly who they are.
