About This Book
Reach for this book when you want to nurture a sense of wonder in your child or slow down after a busy day. It is an ideal choice for the child who is always racing to the next thing and might benefit from learning that magic often happens when we are not looking. Set in the lush Monteverde Cloud Forest of Costa Rica, the story follows a young boy named Carlos who ventures out to find exotic animals. While he is distracted by his own search, a vibrant cast of rainforest creatures, from a tiny tree frog to a heavy tapir, turn his dropped umbrella into a crowded, floating boat. This whimsical tale balances the humor of a growing pileup of animals with the quiet irony of Carlos's journey. It is a gentle reminder for both parents and children to appreciate the hidden life all around them. The book is perfectly suited for preschoolers and early elementary students, offering a rich vocabulary and stunning illustrations that reward careful observation.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The book is entirely secular and safe. There are no depictions of threat or peril; even the jaguar is depicted with a sense of playful absurdity rather than predatory intent.
