How the Forest Feels - by Wendi Silvano (Hardcover)

Book Synopsis

Forest school meets sensory play in this cozy picture book about a grandparent and grandchild on an exploratory walk through the woods.

Smooth and wet is a stone in a creek. Slippery and cold is the splash on your cheek.

A boy and his grandfather travel through a scenic forest on a sensory adventure written in soothing rhyme. Everywhere they look, there are fascinating things to see and feel. The boy is naturally curious... and in the woods, it's okay to touch!

Some things are sticky. Some things are firm. Some are oozy or crumbly or coarse. The boy delights in using his sense of touch to explore the natural world--made even sweeter by grandpa as his companion.

With soft, velvety illustrations, this sumptuous story is just right for kids who learn by doing, and makes an ideal read-aloud for preschools with sensory awareness on the curriculum. Back matter features an author's note about the five senses, as well as an interactive sensory treasure hunt for curious young readers (with adult supervision).

Review Quotes

The bright fall colors will draw listeners in, but it's the grandparent-grandchild bond that's the true star. . . . A book that will both get kids outside and give them the words to describe what they find.
--Kirkus Reviews

About the Author

Wendi Silvano is a former educator and the award-winning author of the Turkey Trouble series, which has sold more than 300,000 copies. She is also the author of the Love Is All Around... series, as well as a variety of other picture books, early readers, and educational materials. Visit her online at www.wendisilvano.com.

Mirka Hokkanen is the author-illustrator of the Mossy and Tweed early graphic novel series, as well as Kitty and Cat: Opposites Attract, and the illustrator of several books for children. A native of Finland, she now lives in the Baltimore area with her family. You can find her online at www.mirkah.com and on Instagram @mirkadraws.