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Already a Butterfly

A Meditation Story

Julia Alvarez
5
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Pages
40
Year
2020
Language
English
Publisher
Henry Holt and Co. (BYR)

About

Already a Butterfly is a gentle picture book tale about self-soothing practices and self-confidence beliefs.

With so much to do in so little time, Mari is constantly on the move, flitting from flower to flower, practicing her camouflage poses, and planning for migration. She's the busiest butterfly around. But does being productive mean she is happy? Mari couldn't say. The only way she feels like a butterfly is by acting like one. Little does Mari know, the secret to feeling like herself is simply to focus her breath, find her quiet place, and follow her instincts. With the guidance of a thoughtful flower bud, Mari soon learns to meditate and appreciate that she was a butterfly all along.

Acclaimed author Julia Alvarez extolls the importance of mindfulness, reflection, and self-care for young children in this gratifying picture book, stunningly illustrated by award-winning artist Raúl Colón.

Related Subjects

  • Emotions & Feelings
  • Social Themes
  • Juvenile Fiction
  • Butterflies, Moths & Caterpillars
  • Animals
  • Friendship

Reviews

"Soft, textured illustrations full of floral elements match the gentle quality of the tale. In a world that can't seem to slow down, this story reminds readers to trust their instincts and breathe."
Kirkus Reviews
"This is a tale about learning to be joyful in a world that seems to demand more and more of individuals. Young readers will find the prose and the dreamlike pictures of Mari's journey soothing"
and something to meditate on."

Artists

Julia AlvarezAuthor

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