In this story, Kiko has an abundance of produce from her garden, and during the course of a day, she gets opportunity to share it with her sister, her parents, her neighbors (even one who is a little grumpy!), her friends and teachers, and a complete stranger. At the end of the day, she writes in her journal about how the day has helped her to "grow kind."

This story for children is very basic at first glance, but the endnotes for parents amplify the message and do a fantastic job explaining how children can gradually learn to think about other people's needs. It also provides suggestions for how to incorporate empathy into real-life situations as well as play. An excellent message in an enjoyably small package.

Thanks to NetGalley and Magination Press for this digital review copy. ( )

Kiko is on another adventure in this series of "grow" books by Jon Lasser. Kiko is always working in her garden and growing herself and her garden. In this book, Kiko teaches children to think of others and to not only think about themselves. This book shows children how to participate in a positive way in their own community. It teaches children about taking time to consider other people's situations and to think of ways to help others. ( )

kindness as a garden; additional information helpful to parents included in endpapers ( )