About This Book
Reach for this book when you want to shift your child's focus from what they want next to the goodness that is already right in front of them. It serves as a gentle instructional tool for parents who notice their child may be taking daily comforts or small acts of kindness for granted. The story offers a roadmap for moving beyond a polite 'thank you' toward a genuine sense of inner gratitude. Through simple, relatable scenarios, the book models how to notice the efforts of others and the beauty in the mundane. It is particularly effective for toddlers and preschoolers who are just beginning to navigate social expectations and emotional awareness. This is a quiet, reflective choice for bedtime or a calm morning start, helping to ground a child's day in appreciation and love.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
None. The book is entirely secular and focuses on human-to-human interaction and personal mindfulness. The resolution is hopeful and reinforces a sense of security and belonging.
Ideal Reader
A 3-year-old who is beginning to interact more with peers and needs a concrete model for prosocial behavior, or a child who seems overwhelmed by 'the wants' and needs a grounding tool to appreciate 'the haves.'
Parent Prep
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