Once There Were Giants

Name: Once There Were Giants
ISBN: 9780763602864

For families reflecting on the passage of time and how children perceive the world changing around them, this book offers a tender look at growing up.

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About This Book

A parent would reach for this book when helping a child understand the concept of growing up, or when preparing them for the arrival of a new sibling. This tender story is told from the perspective of a baby girl who sees her family as loving giants. As she grows from an infant to a young child, her perspective shifts, and she eventually becomes a giant herself to a new baby. It gently explores themes of family love, the wonder of change, and identity. For ages 3 to 7, this book is a beautiful, poetic way to normalize the bittersweet passage of time and celebrate a child's new role as a 'big kid'.

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What Parents Should Know

Sad ThemesMild

Presents themes of growing up and the passage of time, which can feel bittersweet for parents.

Sensitive Topics

The book deals with the passage of time and growing up. The approach is metaphorical and gentle, framing this change as a natural and beautiful cycle. There is no explicit sadness, but the theme can evoke a strong sense of nostalgia in parents and a wistful feeling about leaving babyhood behind. The resolution is hopeful and affirming, celebrating the new roles that come with growth.