May has butterflies in her tummy on the first day of school. She thinks back to other brave days to see if she can find that feeling again. She even tries to hop and skip away her worries. Nothing helps, and May wishes she could simply fly away.
But May's mom reassures her that everyone has worries, and that even the birds and butterflies must first learn how to fly. With a little time, May will feel ready to spread her wings, and realize that "butterflies like to live in gardens much more than they like to live inside children."
Author/illustrator Lucy Morris crafts a beautifully gentle picture book about embracing your worries and finding courage in your own authentic way, perfect for fans of Corinna Luyken and Julie Morstad.
" It takes readers some time to learn the source of May’s fears: school. But when she finally goes, she finds a new friend, and the butterflies slowly subside. Matter-of-fact prose pairs with poetic musings ('butterflies like to live in gardens much more than they like to live inside children') and will resonate with adults and more introspective kids.... Contemplative fare for thoughtful young worriers." — Kirkus Reviews
Recommended Age | 3 - 7 |
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Author | Lucy Morris |
Illustrator | Lucy Morris |
ISBN | 1547602902 |
Publication Date | Aug 15, 2023 |
Publisher | Bloomsbury Children's Books |
Language | English |