I Am Like the Sky

Clouds drift in the sky Storms pass through and stars shine bright Sky remains the sky Come along with Little Guy as he observes the sky and learns about himself! Feelings, thoughts, and emotions come and go—but who we are is so much bigger! In this gentle, playfully illustrated story, a child named Little Guy observes the sky. He realizes the sky isn't defined by the wind or the rain, by the airplanes or the birds, or by the light or the dark. The sky is all of those things, and at the same time, it remains the sky. Little Guy considers his own thoughts, feelings, and abilities, and he realizes they don't define him, just as the weather doesn't define the sky. He understands he is more than how he might feel, what he might think, and what he might see. Inspired by mindfulness and by acceptance work (ACT), I Am Like the Sky introduces children to the concepts of emotional resilience, self-awareness, self-compassion, and self-observation. It reflects the idea that each of us is more than our very normal feelings and swirling thoughts. Perfect for children ages 4 to 10, this calming read-aloud provides a valuable metaphor for children, parents, grandparents, teachers, school counselors, and therapists. Downloadable resources and activities are also available!