What If One Day...

Bruce Handy and illustrator Ashleigh Corrin ask a simple, profound question: what if the things we love most were suddenly gone? Birds, water, the people around us — by imagining their absence, children are gently led to notice and cherish what they have. Corrin's vibrant illustrations carry the emotional weight beautifully, and the book earned its New York Times Best Children's Book of 2023 recognition. The one honest note for parents: the hypothetical framing can edge toward wistful, so sensitive little ones may need a reassuring lap and some follow-up conversation. A genuinely lovely read-aloud that leaves room for big feelings and bigger gratitude.