Waiting

Five small figurines sit on a windowsill, each anticipating a different occurrence. A spotted owl looks for the moon, a pig with an umbrella waits for rain, a bear with a kite watches for wind, and a puppy on a sled waits for snow. A rabbit stars out the glass simply to see what happens. Through seasonal changes and the arrival of new visitors, the animals observe clouds, lightning, and falling leaves. They experience quiet departures and a surprising addition to their group, remaining patient through the slow passage of time.

This picture book serves young children who are learning to navigate the stillness of everyday life. It offers a blueprint for patience, showing that observation is an active and rewarding state rather than a period of boredom. Readers finish the book with a calmer perspective on delays and transitions. The narrative provides a framework for discussing anticipation and the realization that change occurs constantly, even when one remains in a single place.

Practical, clear-cut and thought-provoking; an easy read.

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