Tali and the Toucan : The Collective Book Studio : 9781685553258 : 1685553257 : 21 Nov 2024 : Follow Tali in this heartening tale where children are encouraged to face their fears and embrace bravery with wide-spread wings. "Using magical realism and dreams, this lovely picture book shows how the main character Tali gains courage to try the things she has been too afraid to attempt." -School Library Journal "Validates children's fears before gently encouraging them to face them." -Foreword Reviews Set against the vibrant backdrop of San Francisco, Tali and the Toucan follows a young girl whose fears hold her back from joining other kids as they tumble, swing, and play across the city-from the neighborhood park to the gymnastics studio and the aikido dojo. At night, however, Tali can soar freely in her dreams-until one evening, a surprise guest swoops into her imagination and inspires her to turn those dreams into reality. With lush, captivating illustrations that evoke the charm of