About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is vibrating with excitement for an upcoming event or, conversely, when they are melting down because they have to wait for a turn. It is a perfect tool for navigating the 'not yet' moments that often trigger frustration in young children. Through a cast of humorous animal characters, the story explores the internal landscape of anticipation and the complex feelings that arise when a long-awaited event finally arrives but does not quite match the hype. While the book is framed around the concept of waiting, it is truly about the value of the 'middle' moments. It teaches children that joy can be found in the looking ahead, and it provides a soft place to land when reality feels like a letdown. This is a gentle, funny, and deeply relatable choice for any child aged four to eight who is learning to manage big expectations and the ticking of the clock.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The book is entirely secular and metaphorical. It deals with the emotional 'letdown' after a big event, which is handled with gentle humor rather than heavy-seated disappointment. There are no traumatic triggers or sensitive social issues.
