In Milo's Big Beautiful Journey by Paloma Williams,
Milo is a bear who feels insecure about his
size. Is he too big? Should he be another size? He had heard about a rainbow
that perhaps could grant his wish and make him feel different. Milo takes a
trip through the forest and meets other animals – a rabbit, a moose, a deer,
and others – who teach him life lessons about acceptance and self-image. Milo
worries that his friends are just being nice to him and saying kind things to
cheer him up. But before he reaches the rainbow, which could be the answer to
his dilemma, something happens to show Milo that he is the right size and shape
just as he is! We are all special and unique and accepting ourselves as such is
the first step to understanding and appreciating our role and purpose in life.
What a lovely book for young readers. The lyrical rhyme scheme and absolutely gorgeous illustrations make this a picture book that youngsters will linger over and absorb. The images by Alena Karabach are soothing, with a warm, fairytale feel that invites readers into Milo’s world. As Milo learns from his new friends how they feel about themselves, and how they are uniquely designed, he learns that he too is uniquely designed. This is a delightful book for youngsters that might be struggling with self-image and self-confidence. Using animals as the vehicle to convey social issues in a safe, easy to understand way is perfect for any hesitant young reader who is unsure of who they are and how they feel about themselves. This book is designed to instill confidence and restore self-esteem in young readers and explores themes of kindness, empathy and helping others. Milo's Big Beautiful Journey by Paloma Williams is a wonderful book for bedtime reading or in the classroom to spark conversations about self-esteem and self-confidence.
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