About This Book
Reach for this book when you want to instill a sense of gratitude in your child for the hidden hands that make our modern life possible. It is perfect for those quiet moments after a meal or while getting dressed when a child asks, Where did this come from? Through poetic prose and sweeping illustrations, the story follows common items like bread, milk, and wool sweaters back to their origins in wheat fields, orchards, and pastures. It emphasizes the labor, care, and diverse communities of farmworkers who work behind the scenes. This is a gentle, secular exploration of mindfulness and global interconnectedness, making it an ideal choice for parents who want to foster empathy and social awareness in children ages 4 to 8.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The book is entirely secular and grounded in social studies. It briefly touches on the hard work involved in manual labor, but the approach is appreciative and celebratory rather than political or heavy. It is a hopeful look at human industry.
Ideal Reader
A curious 6-year-old who loves visiting the farmers market or helping in the garden, and who is starting to notice that the world is much bigger than their own neighborhood.
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