Shh! We Have a Plan

A parent might reach for this book when their child is fixated on a single way of doing things and gets frustrated when it doesn't work. It's a perfect story for showing that sometimes a gentle, kind approach is more effective than a forceful plan. The book follows four friends trying to catch a beautiful bird. Three of them have a very loud, very specific plan involving nets, but they fail repeatedly. The smallest, quietest member of the group, who is constantly shushed, ultimately succeeds by offering a simple act of kindness. With bold, graphic illustrations and a repetitive, rhythmic text, this story is a humorous and gentle introduction to themes of frustration, creative problem-solving, and the power of empathy for children ages 2 to 6.