"Rustle, rustle.
I hear you, Leaves,
sharing secrets.
So that's where Robin
hides her eggs."
It's exciting to see the growth in the number of books being published that are focused on getting kids and their parents outdoors. First, there is much to see, hear, touch, and smell. Second, it provides time to spend together - time for talking, getting exercise, and building sensual awareness in a familiar habitat. Getting into the forest for this little girl and her mother allows many opportunities to listen closely to the sounds the forest affords.
As she makes her way through, she hears the tall trees, the rustling leaves, the frogs communicating, the stream singing, a deer sipping from a stream, squirrels snacking, and a breeze to carry a wish forward. As long as she listens quietly, she can experience the many pleasures of walking in the quiet and showing her mother what she can do as they visit every tranquil spot. It is a much loved place to spend time.
Mixed-media illustrations are presented in shades of blue, green and brown. They are warm and welcoming, and show the animals of the forest as they take note of the visitors as they make their way through the natural surroundings.
Ahhh! A walk in the woods is a wonderful way to spend an afternoon. With winter right around the corner, another listening adventure awaits.
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