Puffling

Reach for this book when your child is standing on the precipice of a major milestone, such as starting school or sleeping in their own bed for the first time. It is a gentle, atmospheric story about Puffling, a baby bird who must wait in the safety of his burrow until he is big enough and brave enough to face the wide ocean alone. Through soft illustrations and rhythmic text, the book validates the necessity of patience and the natural timeline of growing up. Parents will find this particularly helpful for children who feel rushed to keep up with peers or who experience anxiety about independence. It emphasizes that while parents provide the foundation of love and food, the final step toward bravery belongs to the child. It is a comforting, slow-paced read for ages 3 to 6 that celebrates the quiet strength found in waiting for one's own moment to shine.