Chris Raschka

Have you ever been having so much fun that you completely forgot to look where you were going? Daisy the dog is having a wonderful day in the park, chasing a fast little squirrel. But suddenly, she stops and looks around. None of the trees look familiar, and her favorite person is nowhere to be seen. Daisy is lost. You will feel every thump of Daisy's worried heart as she wanders through the strange parts of the park. It is a little bit scary when the world suddenly feels too big and unknown. But even in the scariest moments, there is always hope. This gentle and beautifully painted story takes you on a journey through fear and sadness, straight into the absolute joy of being found. It is a comforting reminder that even when you lose your way, love will always guide you back home.

Daisy is a very happy dog, and her entire world revolves around one special thing. Her bright red ball. She takes it on long walks, she sleeps right next to it on the soft couch, and she carries it proudly to the local dog park. It is the best toy a dog could ever ask for. But then, the unthinkable happens. Another dog gets a little too excited and accidentally pops Daisy's favorite toy. Her heart breaks, and the sadness she feels is huge and heavy. It is completely okay to feel upset when you lose something you love so much. Through beautiful, swirling pictures, you will follow Daisy as she learns how to handle her big feelings. Discover how an unexpected surprise and a little bit of forgiveness can turn a sad day into a beautiful new beginning full of tail wags and joy.