Flutterby

A young butterfly-like creature isn't sure what kind of animal she really is, and sets out to discover her true identity through a series of mistaken attempts and hard lessons.

For the child who asks 'but what AM I good at?' — this is a gentle look at figuring out where you belong.

• Big idea: Discovering who you are sometimes takes some bumps and false starts along the way.
• Vibes: Tender, reflective, a little wistful, with a soft sense of self-discovery.

• are working on understanding who they are
• respond well to gentle stories about self-discovery
• enjoy quiet, thoughtful animal tales
• like to talk about mistakes and trying again

• Story & problem-solving: What were some of the things Flutterby tried before she figured out what she really was?
• Feelings & empathy: How do you think Flutterby felt when her attempts didn't work out?
• Real-life connection: Have you ever tried something and found out it wasn't really 'you'? What happened?
• Imagination: If you weren't sure what kind of creature you were, how would you go about figuring it out?