Can You Cuddle Like a Koala?

Reach for this book when your toddler is overflowing with energy and needs a playful way to bridge the gap between active play and quiet rest. It is a wonderful choice for those tricky transition moments, like the hour before naptime or after a high-energy playdate, where a child needs to move their body but also begin to settle down. John Butler uses rhythmic, rhyming text to invite children to mimic the movements of various animals, from leaping like frogs to winking like owls. Beyond the physical fun, the book introduces basic animal behaviors and finishes with a gentle, soothing prompt to cuddle. It is perfectly aged for infants through preschoolers who are developing gross motor skills and body awareness. You will love it because it validates a child's need to wiggle while providing a structured path toward calm.