About This Book
A parent might reach for this book after a child finds a bone in the woods or expresses a budding curiosity about animal anatomy and what happens after life. "I Was" gently reframes the discovery of an animal skull from something potentially morbid into an act of wonder. Through lyrical first-person poems and beautiful illustrations, each skull tells the story of the life it once lived: a beaver that chewed trees, a deer that grew antlers, an owl that hunted silently. This book is a poignant and scientifically grounded introduction to the life cycle, perfect for sensitive or scientifically-minded children ages 6 to 9. It builds empathy by celebrating the lives of animals, making it an excellent choice for families who embrace nature's realities with reverence and curiosity.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The book's core subject is animal death, evidenced by the skulls. The approach is entirely secular and metaphorical, focusing on the skull as a vessel for the story of a life lived. Death itself is never mentioned or depicted; it is simply the gentle, unspoken context. The resolution is hopeful and wondrous, framing the remains as a connection to the past and a prompt for curiosity, not a source of sadness.
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