Hike by Pete Oswald

A beautiful new children's book, just in time for Father's Day | Sponsored Message

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With Father's Day right around the corner, there's nothing more special than the gift of time together, reading Hike, newest book written and illustrated by Pete Oswald, the New York Times bestselling illustrator of The Good Egg. A beautiful story that centers around a strong father-child relationship, Hike starts in the early morning, as a father and child wake up to go on a hike. In this near wordless story, you'll follow this duo as they hike into the mountains, and witness the magic of the wilderness, all while overcoming challenges and even playing a small role in helping the survival of the forest. By the time that they return home, they feel alive, and closer than ever, as they document their trip together.

The new children's book Hike, by Pete Oswald | Sponsor

Focusing on the beauty of nature, Hike is sure to resonate with families who have been staying indoors, and provide them with a beautiful script for their own family hike, which might be a way to relieve some of the pandemic stress that so many have been experiencing. This highly-acclaimed new picture book is a sweet way to celebrate the special dad in your life, and honor their own relationship with their children. This has been a sponsored message for Candlewick Press.  

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