Common Sense Media Review
Gorgeously illustrated celebration of love has cute rhymes.
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What's the Story?
LOVE IN THE WILD begins with the words "Love is..." with each page showing a different set of animals and the ways they show love. Pairs as well as families are shown supporting each other in their habitats.
Is It Any Good?
The power of this board book is its simplicity. The rhymes are delicate, the illustrations are bright and bold, and the message is clear. With heartwarming moments on every page, it's perfect for any time of day. It's a celebration of love that feels universal and evergreen -- and an affecting reminder that "love is love, wherever it's found."
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about the animals and their body language in Love in the Wild. How do the animals show compassion to each other in this book?
Which animal from the book is your favorite and why?
How do you show love to your family and friends?
Book Details
- Author :
- Illustrator : Katy Tanis
- Genre : Picture Book
- Topics : STEM , Animals ( Wild Animals )
- Character Strengths : Compassion
- Book type : Non-Fiction
- Publisher : Mudpuppy
- Publication date : January 26, 2021
- Publisher's recommended age(s) : 0 - 5
- Number of pages : 30
- Available on : Hardback
- Last updated : September 18, 2025
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