About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is facing a major life transition, such as moving to a new home, or when they are showing a deep curiosity about how people and animals are connected. This retelling of a Chumash legend follows Hutash, the Earth Mother, as she guides her people from a crowded island across a high rainbow bridge to the mainland. When some travelers fall into the sea, she transforms them into dolphins to ensure their safety and happiness. While the story involves a moment of peril, its core themes of protection and belonging offer a comforting perspective on change. It is an ideal choice for children aged 4 to 8, providing a beautiful way to discuss indigenous heritage and the idea that even when we are separated from loved ones, we remain part of the same family. Parents will appreciate the way it frames the unknown as a place of wonder rather than fear.
