Into the Thicket

Inspired by a true story, Into the Thicket begins with the moment the author's young son discovered an injured baby rabbit. This tender picture book follows a boy and the rabbit he hopes to help, gently exploring themes of compassion, courage, love, and the bittersweet beauty of letting go. It invites young readers to develop empathy and a deeper appreciation for the natural world, showing that the smallest acts of kindness can ripple through a great, big world.The award-winning book introduces wildlife rehab and helpful info on rabbits, for children's social and emotional learning and STEM education. Won Silver, Readers' Choice Book Awards, Bronze, The Wishing Shelf Book Awards.4.7 stars Amazon & Goodreads"what a precious little gem of a book! I had no idea how much heart was waiting inside." "A masterpiece in telling about kindness ... and caring for others." "The text and the watercolor illustrations give the vibe of classic literature.""It leaves you with a cozy, lingering feeling-highly recommended.""Gail knocked it out of the park ... heartwarming story really tugs at your heartstrings. The art is absolutely stunning.""... destined to become a classic for families who value emotional intelligence and kindness as much as adventure and imagination.""My kid thought the pictures where everyone turned into a rabbit was hilarious!""...one of those books you'd keep hold of forever"