Forest Baby
Laurie Elmquist, Illustrated by Elly MacKay
Forest Baby is a gentle, rhythmic celebration of a baby’s day in the forest—watching birds, touching moss, feeling the breeze, and listening to nature. With dreamy, layered illustrations and soft poetic language, the book captures the sensory experience of being outdoors with a baby.
Why It’s Included
This book supports nature-connected parenting and reinforces the value of slow, sensory-rich moments shared with babies. It aligns with our emphasis on relational presence, outdoor play, and building connection through simple, grounded experiences.
Who It’s For
Best for babies and toddlers, and equally soothing for the adult reading aloud. A perfect book for forest school families, babywearing walks, or quiet bedtime routines. It reminds us that babies thrive on presence and nature more than stimulation or structure.
Further Reading
Up! How Families Around the World Carry Their Little Ones – Susan Hughes
Welcome to Our World – Moira Butterfield
