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Reach for this book when you want to slow down and share a moment of quiet connection with a child who is easily overstimulated or deeply curious about the natural world. It is the perfect choice for a wind-down routine after a busy day or when a child is feeling the weight of a temporary separation from a loved one. Through Alice Melvin's intricate illustrations and rhyming text, we follow Mouse on a long rowing journey to visit his mother. Along the way, he encounters various river-dwelling creatures and changing landscapes, teaching children the value of patience and the beauty found in the journey itself. It is a visually lush, comforting experience for children aged 3 to 7 that reinforces the security of family bonds and the wonder of the outdoors.