
By Andrew Jordan Nance, Jim Durk (Illustrator)
A boy learns to train his wandering mind to stay in the present moment.
A young boy discovers his mind is like a playful puppy, constantly wandering into the past or future. Determined to live in the present, he embarks on a journey to train his 'puppy mind' to focus. Through mindful breathing, he learns to master his thoughts, becoming more attentive and caring. Can he keep his mind from straying, even for a moment? This heartwarming tale invites readers to explore mindfulness and the power of staying present.
In this picture book for children and adults, illustrated by Jim Durk, who is adored by thousands of children for his many Clifford the Big Red Dog and Thomas the Steam Engine books, a young boy discovers his mind is like a puppy, always wandering away, into the past or the future. He sets about learning to train his puppy mind to heel to the present moment. Through remembering to breathe, the boy becomes a stronger and more caring master of his puppy mind, keeping it in the present, if only for a moment. Includes a link to a discussion guide for parents and teachers.
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