About This Book
Reach for this book when your child seems bored by their surroundings or struggles to see beauty in the mundane. It is a gentle story about two goldfish in a bowl: Paul, who swims in circles, and Bernadette, who uses her imagination to see the objects in the room as a world of wonder. Through her eyes, a simple teapot becomes an elephant and a forest of flowers emerges from a vase. This book is a beautiful masterclass in perspective and creativity, perfect for children aged 3 to 7. It teaches that even when we are physically limited, our minds can take us anywhere. Parents will appreciate how it fosters a sense of gratitude for the small things and encourages children to look twice at the world around them.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The book is entirely secular and metaphorical. It deals with the concept of confinement or 'feeling stuck' in a way that is light and hopeful. There are no heavy themes of grief or trauma, only the gentle shift from boredom to wonder.
Ideal Reader
A preschooler or early elementary student who might be feeling 'cooped up' or a child who enjoys 'I Spy' games and visual puzzles. It is also perfect for the child who is starting to make their first friends and learning how someone else's perspective can change their own.
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