"Since he's a little bit scared,
Pablo starts with a tiny hole.
One tiny hole followed by a second tiny hole.
He looks left.
He looks right.
He looks up.
He looks down.
Pablo doesn't want to miss a speck
of the world around him!"
Pablo is not as brave as he wants to be. To that end, he makes the decision to hatch one small bit at a time. This allows him to work slowly and surely, with one aim in mind. He needs to be out of his shell. Before beginning the difficult process, he breakfasts on a croissant and a hot chocolate.
One eye emerges, then another. He is excited to see a new world. Then, a hole on each side of the egg, close to the eyes. He can hear the sounds of a fly, some crows, and the wind. How wonderful! The fifth hole is his beak; now he can smell dirt and flowers. And the materialization continues! When his wings finally develop, he knows he is ready to face the world, with a touch of bravery.
After some consideration, he comes out of his shell ... while saving one very crucial piece.
I just want to hug Pablo, and young readers will, too. Can't wait to read this out loud.
The small black egg on a white background is visually appealing and sure to put full attention on Pablo himself. The counting of the holes, the humor in the artwork, and the evolution of this tiny chick will be appreciated every time it is shared.
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