How do we un-wobble the world? This poetic, nature-rich picture book empowers a child to discover their best self—introducing the “big words” of emotional literacy in a way that’s playful, relatable and deeply meaningful. With every turn of the page, young readers are invited to explore vital concepts that help grow strong hearts and open minds. Each letter of the alphabet introduces a new animal and a new social-emotional theme: 🦍 Gorillas are generous and grateful. 🦢 A sympathetic swan saves her sister. 🪶 Herons help the hungry chicks. This book grows with your child! Use the “keywords” at the top - plus context clues from the illustrations - to summarize the page for younger kids. This is perfect for shorter attention spans. As vocabulary grows, children will absorb the insights of the full poems. Even after a child learns the alphabet, they are still intrigued by each animal modeling the wisdom word! Each page is a new story! This layered design makes the book a lasting companion through multiple stages of early childhood. Ideal for ages 3–7 and beyond, this beautifully illustrated book is perfect for: Social-emotional learning (SEL) at home or in the classroom - Bedtime reading and quiet reflection - Nature lovers and animal enthusiasts - Mindfulness and empathy-building for young children - Therapists, counselors, and educators seeking engaging SEL tools - Parents and caregivers looking to spark meaningful conversations The realistic wildlife illustrations are crafted with care, to fulfill the precise vision of a naturalist who is a digital artist, with some help from Microsoft's Copilot AI. However, the text is 100% human-generated, rest assured! "I used AI as a starting point for these beautifully detailed pictures, but still spent hours finessing, fixing and compositing each illustration to match my stories - a labor of love! I love seeing children respond to the realistic details of each animal in their habitat. I was nearly done with the first draft before I learned of AI gobbling resources, but now I hope that the 'good' of the book will offset the carbon cost." Whether it's read a bite at a time or all in one joyful gulp, this book is a gentle invitation to reflect and connect. About the Author Katrina Heinzen is an environmental educator, artist, poet, songwriter, piano teacher—and mother! Her creative work is rooted in a deep love of nature and her dedication to sharing this enthusiasm and knowledge with thousands of kids through teaching... and now writing! She believes in the power of art and story to teach big concepts to tiny people in order to grow a better world. Her children's music (rolling out in 2026) is also full of messages for emotional wellbeing and interconnectedness. Every step towards peace is worth taking. I warmly invite you to follow my journey at SunbirdSongs.com