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One boy's mindful journey allows him to discover the wonders of nature and birdsong. When Felix finds a feather on his windowsill, he is eager to uncover what bird it belongs to. But the answer comes to him in a way he least expected it to: by simply taking a moment to pause, and listen to the music of the birds around him. A personal note from the author, Tessa Strickland, invites little ones to join Felix as he stops to appreciate the present moment, and the wonderful natural sounds it has to offer. This breathtaking celebration of birdsong captures the calm and clarity we can find when we clear our heads to be more mindful. Thoughtful, lyrical words sit alongside beautiful illustrations to make this a simply captivating read. At the end of the book are some simple mindfulness techniques that children and their carers can share and practice in their everyday lives - all of which have been reviewed by mindfulness consultant and author Wynne Kinder. Whether you are looking to find a quiet moment, or for a way to remind little ones to pause and take in their surroundings, The Mystery of the Golden Feather is a book to treasure forever.
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Tessa Strickland, illustrated by Clara Anganuzzi
Summary
Dive into this enchanting story that takes children on a mindful journey by encouraging them to listen out for birdsong
When Felix finds a feather on his windowsill, he is eager to uncover what bird it belongs to. But the answer comes to him in a way he least expects it to, by simply taking a moment to pause, and listen to the music of the birds around him.
Children aged 3-5 will love to learn about birdsong, capturing the calm and clarity we can find when we clear our heads to be more mindful. This beautiful book places thoughtful, lyrical words alongside stunning illustrations to make this a simply captivating read for little ones. What’s more, at the end of the story are some simple mindfulness techniques that toddlers and carers can enjoy practising together in everyday life.
Inside the pages of this beautiful book about birdsong, you’ll find:
- A wonderful story combining mindfulness and nature that encourages readers to use the calming, mindful practices of the book in real life.
- Stunning illustrations that go alongside simple, age-appropriate and lyrical text for little ones.
- Four mindfulness reference pages at the back of the book, providing advice and tips for parents and carers to share with their child in everyday life.
- The beautiful cover and special finishes make this a treasured keepsake gift.
A personal note from the author, Tessa Strickland, invites little ones to join Felix as he stops to appreciate the present moment, and the wonderful natural sounds it has to offer. Whether you are looking to find a quiet moment, or for a way to remind little ones to pause and take in their surroundings, The Mystery of the Golden Feather is a book they can treasure forever.
