In this stunning story from New York Times bestselling creator Cori Doerrfeld, a child and their grandfather take a walk in the woods and discover more about themselves.(goodreads summary)
Finn is in a horrible mood and Grandpa asks if he would like to talk about it. But Finn thinks he just would not understand. Grandpa then suggests taking a walk to remember, what's beneath. On a nature hike together, he points out there is much more to the things beneath the ground, water and even people than meets the eye.
This sweet and touching story is about feelings and understanding that even if you think you are alone you are not. It conveys compassion and empathy, not only about how others feel but how a child may be feeling mixed emotions inside themselves too. Grandpa gently points out many things that are beneath in nature and people that we don't see or exactly know is there. For example, he relates a boat sitting out on the water sitting perfectly still but beneath, so much can be swirling around. This was a simple but wonderful reference for having anxious feelings. There are many more connections during their walk in nature to help recognize and share feelings. It is a quiet read that I found uplifting. In the end, Finn learns that someone who seems like they may not understand is someone who knows exactly how he feels because they feel the same way. If you take a look under the jacket, the book cover is different and could explain the feelings they both share. I think this is a "just right book" for ages 3-7.~
Title: Beneath
Author: Cori Doerrfeld
Pub. date: January 2023, Little Brown Books
Genre: picture book
Hardcover, 40 pgs.
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