About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is paralyzed by the fear of getting in trouble or is tempted to hide the truth to avoid a known consequence. Through the story of Ping, a young duck on the Yangtze River, children see the high emotional cost of avoidance: isolation and danger. While Ping eventually faces a spanking for his lateness, the narrative emphasizes that the warmth and safety of being home with family is far better than the scary loneliness of being 'lost.' It is a gentle, classic tool for discussing accountability and the idea that mistakes do not end a parent's love. It is best suited for children ages 3 to 7 who are beginning to navigate rules and social expectations.
