About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is facing a physical setback, feeling left behind by peers, or experiencing anxiety about an upcoming change they feel unprepared for. It is a gentle, lyrical story about a nightingale with a broken wing who must stay behind while his flock migrates south. Through the kindness of forest animals, the bird learns that even in the coldest seasons, there is warmth, beauty, and community to be found. This story is perfect for children ages 4 to 8, offering a comforting metaphor for resilience and the power of asking for help. Parents will appreciate the way it validates the fear of the unknown while modeling how to adapt when life doesn't go as planned. It turns a potentially scary situation into an opportunity for discovery and wonder.
