About This Book
Reach for this book when your child feels uprooted by a move or overwhelmed by a new, busy environment. It is the perfect choice for a child who mourns the loss of their favorite climbing tree or backyard and feels like their world has become cold and gray. Through poetic prose and atmospheric art, the story follows a young girl who moves from the woods to a towering city. Initially, she feels her connection to nature is broken, but a chance encounter with a bird leads her to discover that the wild persists even in urban spaces. It is a gentle, reassuring tool for navigating the sadness of change and the anxiety of losing one's sense of place. Best for ages 3 to 7, this book helps children realize that while their surroundings may change, the wonder of the natural world is always within reach if they know how to look.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The book deals with the emotional distress of moving and the loss of a familiar environment. The approach is metaphorical and secular, focusing on the girl's internal emotional landscape. The resolution is hopeful and empowering, as it grants the child agency in finding her own joy.
