Now

Now
Author: Antoinette Portis
Rating: 5/5 Stars
Reviewer: Denise Z.

Summary: Follow a little girl as she takes you on a tour through all of her favorite things, from the holes she digs to the hugs she gives.

Review: I originally picked up this picture book because it was listed as one of the select few of children’s books that teach mindfulness. I read a lot of books on mindfulness and being present in the moment and thought that it would be a great idea to teach using a picture book. With yoga for babies being trendy, I find these books will get more and more wanted as well.

The pictures are simple, which goes perfectly with the message of being present and staying in the moment. There are also short sentences that make this book perfect for storytime. If this book was lengthy and illustrated busily, it certainly would not have fit the author’s intention.

This is a great lesson-oriented book to teach youngsters about focusing on what they are experiencing each moment. “And this is my favorite now because it’s the one I am having...with you.”