With every step and stumble, Mika discovers the wonders of nature, as
well as the ability to pick herself up after a fall. But the real
discover for both daughter and parent comes at the end, when they
unearth a true treasure that will last a lifetime. As Carolyn Cory
Scoppettone gently explores the changing relationship between a father
and a daughter, Priscilla Alpaugh's evocative watercolors bring the joy
of an outdoor treasure hunt to life. Young readers will delight in the
tiny cast of woodland creatures who follow in Mika's footsteps to
uncover the beauty of the woods.