NEW CHILDREN'S BOOK: How Do I Wonder?

 

Ignite Curiosity and Foster a Growth Mindset with How Do I Wonder? – A New Picture Book by the Author of No One Owns the Colors

 Wondering is fun, and children deserve to know that no one else thinks exactly like they do. A thought-provoking tale with a much-needed message: The mind is a place of limitless wonders. – Kirkus Reviews

 

A new picture book invites children, ages 4-8, to see the world from unique perspectives and embrace curiosity as a path to growth and joy. From the author of No One Owns the Colors, How Do I Wonder? by Gianna Davy, is a beautifully illustrated book combining lyrical text with vivid, inclusive imagery to inspire readers to ask playful yet profound questions like “Do snails view turtles as slow?” and “Why is water wet?” This approach encourages young minds to explore endless possibilities, spark imaginative thinking, and connect to the world in novel ways.

 

Through engaging prompts and questions, How Do I Wonder? fosters a growth mindset, inviting children to view familiar surroundings in a new light. The book’s evocative, rhyming text and diverse illustrations create a captivating journey for pre-readers, while its message of infinite curiosity inspires both classroom learning and at-home wonderment.

 

Key Features of How Do I Wonder? include:

 

Igniting Imaginations: By encouraging questions that don’t need immediate answers, the book teaches kids to ask meaningful questions, stimulating an open-minded approach to thinking and learning.

 

Growth Mindset: Through clever prompts like “When I’m standing on Earth, am I upside down?” children learn to consider multiple perspectives and broaden their understanding of the world around them.

 

Inclusive Representation: Featuring a broad spectrum of characters across different races, genders, ages, and abilities, How Do I Wonder? showcases diversity, helping children feel seen and included.

 

Evocative, Rhyming Text: The lyrical flow and rich language captivate young listeners, fostering a sense of wonder that naturally leads to self-guided exploration.

 

Anytime, Anywhere Curiosity: Readers learn that curiosity can thrive anywhere, relying solely on a curious mind rather than specific surroundings.

 

How Do I Wonder? is a treasure trove of prompts and illustrations designed to captivate young readers and spark lifelong curiosity. This enchanting book demonstrates that joy can be found in questions, not just answers, and that a simple “what if” can lead to a world of discovery. She hopes that How Do I Wonder? will inspire curiosity and wonder in everyone who reads it.  

 

About the Author

Gianna is a lifelong dancer, artist, and educator whose career spans performance, teaching, and creative pursuits. Raised in Oakland, CA, she began as a Bay Area ballerina, performing with renowned companies like Smuin Contemporary Ballet, Oakland Ballet, and Robert Moses’ KIN. Her 16-year dance career instilled a belief in the power of play to nurture authenticity and artistry. For over 25 years, she has shared her passion for art and movement with students of all ages and abilities, and as co-founder of the Healdsburg Dance Collective, she promotes community engagement through dance education and performances.

 

Gianna is the author of the popular children’s book, No One Owns the Colors, a jewelry maker inspired by nature, and a proud mother of two. A graduate of St. Mary’s College with a BA in Performing Arts, Magna Cum Laude, and NYU with an MS in Communication Sciences and Disorders, Summa Cum Laude, Gianna now combines her diverse expertise to support individuals with complex communication needs through relationship-based therapy. She lives in Northern California with her family, a beehive, two cats, two chickens, and a flourishing garden.

 

 

How Do I Wonder? By Gianna Davy 

Illustrations by Brenda Rodriguez

February 18, 2025

The Collective Book Studio

ISBN: 978-1-68555-571-9

$19.95

 

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