In the Meadow

Reach for this book when your child expresses a deep longing to be understood or feels like an outsider in their own daily life. It is particularly powerful for children in foster care, those who have been adopted, or any child navigating a difficult relationship with a caregiver. The story follows young Mio, who escapes a lonely life with indifferent foster parents to find his true father, a King in the Land of Faraway. While the plot is an epic high-fantasy quest involving an evil knight and a magical horse, its heart is a profound exploration of the need for unconditional parental love. It deals with heavy themes of loneliness and the battle between light and dark, making it most suitable for children aged 8 to 12 who are ready for a story that validates their deepest emotional yearnings while offering a sense of hope and belonging.