About This Book
Reach for this book when your child feels small in a big world and needs a burst of playful confidence. It is the perfect choice for high energy moments when a toddler needs to move their body while engaging with a story. Through the perspective of a tiny, clever fly, children see that being small is not a weakness, but a special kind of strength. Michael Rosen uses infectious, rhythmic prose to follow a fly as it zips past a giant elephant, hippo, and tiger. Each animal tries to catch the fly with a swat or a tramp, but the fly is always one step ahead. It is a joyful celebration of wit and speed that helps children feel empowered by their own smallness and agility. The vibrant, painterly illustrations and repetitive refrains make it an ideal read aloud for the preschool years.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The book is entirely secular and metaphorical. While it depicts predators trying to 'get' a fly, the tone is slapstick and playful rather than threatening. There is no actual violence, only the attempt of it, which results in humor.
