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Bob's Boingy Jumps: A Picture Book About Self-Control, Mindful Movement, and Friendship for Kids Ages 3-6
Paperback
Series: Big Adventures for Little Explorers
Publisher: Independently Published
Published: Jul 15 2026
Pages: 34
Weight: 0.23
Height: 0.09 Width: 8.50 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
Some little feet are made to bounce-but every bounce needs the right moment.
Bob is a cheerful little kangaroo with a blue propeller cap and more energy than his legs can hold. He jumps when he is happy, when he is hungry, and even when he wants to say hello.
But when breakfast spills, a tower of blocks tumbles, and his friends get bumped by accident, Bob begins to realize that his joyful jumps sometimes need a little more care.
With the loving support of Teacher Lila and his family, Bob discovers a simple and playful rhythm:
Boing when it is time to move.
Shhh when it is time to pause and breathe.
Through 14 warmly illustrated scenes, children follow Bob as he makes mistakes, tries again, and learns that managing his energy does not mean changing who he is.
This gentle read-aloud picture book is ideal for:
- Kids ages 3-6 with busy bodies and wiggly feet.
- Family conversations about pausing, breathing, and trying again.
- Preschool and classroom reading about personal space and careful play.
- Parents, grandparents, teachers, and gift buyers looking for a warm animal story.
- Shared reading at home, school, or during quiet time.
Filled with playful sounds, expressive illustrations, and a caring family, Bob's Boingy Jumps is a tender story about finding the right moment to bounce-and the right moment to breathe.
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