About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is caught in the cycle of comparison or feeling like what they have is never enough. It is a perfect choice for the child who frequently says, It is not fair, or who believes they would be happier if they just had a different toy, a different room, or a different life. This traditional Japanese folk tale follows a stonecutter who, through a series of magical transformations, discovers that every position in life has its own unique power and its own limitations. As the stonecutter changes into a king, the sun, and a cloud, young readers ages 5 to 7 begin to see that the grass is not always greener on the other side. Guillain uses simple, repetitive structures to help children process the concepts of gratitude and self-acceptance. By the end, children learn that being yourself is not just enough, it is actually where your true strength lies. It is a gentle but firm reminder to count one's blessings in a world that often demands more.
