More Than Fluff
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- $6.99
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- $6.99
Publisher Description
A fresh, funny, and timely picture book about a fuzzy chick navigating autonomy and consent. The perfect conversation starter on the topic for young children.
Daisy happens to be fluffy--she's a young chick after all. Her friends can't help but want to pet her, squeeze her, and tell her how cute she is. But Daisy doesn't want to be hugged or kissed. She's not just fluff; Daisy has substance! But how can she tell everyone to give her some space without hurting their feelings?
A timely and funny book that encourages kids to establish and respect boundaries--perfect for reading aloud and shared story time!
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Valentine shares the importance of establishing and communicating physical boundaries in this picture book following Daisy, a yellow chick whose fluffiness is all anyone notices about her. With her animal friends' appreciation comes a flurry of unwanted contact: a goose pets her, a snake kisses her head, and a gopher pops out of the ground to give her a hug: "It ruffled Daisy's feathers." When the chick's attempt at changing her appearance ends in frustration (and a pecking incident), Daisy's mother talks to her about sharing her feelings and offering alternatives that she might be more comfortable with, such as a "wing bump" or "super-secret handshake." Digitally composed graphite and watercolor illustrations in a springtime color palette feature dynamic characters, and plentiful speech bubbles offer a comics-esque appeal. The idea that one should respond with kindness when violated chafes, but suggestions for mutable, individual-based alternatives should serve readers well. Ages 3–7.
