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Hold

by Randy Ribay Publisher: KOKILA

A small request turns into a big adventure

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Hardcover New English

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AlbakiReads Editorial

A small request turns into a big adventure

As a father searches for the keys, his request that his toddler hold a water bottle sparks an escalating game: the child takes on toys, a pet, and even things too large to grasp, like rain and a tree. The accumulating objects give the story a clear, playful structure, while the father’s steady presence brings the focus back to the bond between parent and child. At 40 pages, this picture book pairs a child’s curiosity with a simple family moment about what can—and cannot—be held.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • A fit for children ages 4–8 who enjoy playful picture-book scenarios.
  • For families seeking a story centered on a parent-child relationship.
  • Could suit a shared reading about curiosity and family connection.

Themes

Parent-child bondCuriosityPlayFamily connection

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Book overview

A funny, heartwarming picture book about a father and his child's boundless curiosity that reminds us what's important to hold onto in life.

It's time to leave the house, but...where are the keys As Daddy rummages through the mess, he hands a water bottle to his toddler and says, "Hold, please." This accidental request turns into an adventure when the child wants to hold...EVERYTHING!

Before long, the toddler has their arms full with their favorite stuffie, toy plane, even the family pet, and has set their sights on more ambitious items--the rain, a tree, and more--until it becomes too much to hold. Luckily, Daddy's always there to hold them.
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I highly recommend to for anyone looking for inner clarity

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