Thank You, Miyuki

By Roxane Marie Galliez, Seng Soun Ratanavanh (Illustrator)

A child's playful day turns into a journey of mindfulness with her grandfather.

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32 pages

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Bookroo's summary

Eager to play, Miyuki finds her grandfather immersed in tai chi and meditation. Her curiosity leads her to join him, discovering the beauty in small, mindful moments. As they explore the garden, river, and clouds, Miyuki learns that meditation is woven into everyday life. This heartwarming tale invites young readers to find joy and gratitude in the world around them.

From the publisher

An enchanting intergenerational children’s story and picture book about gratitude and mindfulness, enhanced by Seng Soun Ratanavanh’s gorgeous Japanese-inspired illustrations. Miyuki can’t wait to begin her day of play, but her grandfather is engaged in tai chi and meditation. Miyuki’s curiosity is piqued, and soon Miyuki is excited to learn to meditate too! “When do we start?” she asks repeatedly. Grandfather enjoys the warm sun and stops to smell a rose, inviting Miyuki to join him. Together they admire the garden, observe the river, and gaze at the clouds. An afternoon spent in contemplation of nature deepens their gratitude for each other and the world around them, and Miyuki comes to understand that meditation takes the form of small acts of mindfulness throughout her day. This endearing story invites young readers to appreciate the many small moments of delight and wonder.

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