First published 1999
A young child begins to wonder what life would be like with the special powers of a kangaroo. They picture themselves hopping great distances across playgrounds and yards instead of walking. The child imagines carrying precious belongings in a built-in pouch, just like mother kangaroos do with their babies. They think about the advantages of powerful hind legs that could launch them high into the air and far across open spaces. The child explores how different daily activities would become with kangaroo traits. Simple tasks like getting to school or playing with friends would transform into bouncing adventures. The story captures a child's natural curiosity about animals and their desire to experience the world through different eyes. This imaginative journey celebrates the wonder children feel when they discover how other creatures live and move through their environments.
Genres: animals, fantasy, childrens
Vibes: intimate, thought-provoking, whimsical
Tropes: fish-out-of-water, found-family
Hardcover · Modern Curriculum Press