Families who loved How Did I Catch A Unicorn? by Steve Herman often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Reach for this book when your child is struggling with possessiveness or the urge to 'own' things they find beautiful, whether it is a wildflower in the park or a new toy at a friend's house. This rhyming story follows Digger the Dragon as he attempts various clever traps to catch a unicorn, only to realize that some wonders of the world are best experienced through observation and friendship rather than capture. It is a gentle tool for teaching the difference between loving something and needing to control it. The story uses a fantasy setting to tackle real-world boundary setting and the concept of 'leaving no trace.' It is perfectly suited for preschoolers and early elementary students who are navigating the social-emotional milestone of letting go and practicing gratitude for experiences over possessions.