Ida can't wait to see her grandma's reaction when she shows her the presents she got for her. As Ida takes a short break to rest her legs, she accidentally falls asleep and when she wakes up, Grandma's presents are gone. Sad and angry, Ida searches nearby to find the missing items. When Ida finds each item, she is reprimanded by the tree, rabbit, and wind for being so careless. Ida promises to be more responsible and offers thoughtful presents to the tree, rabbit, and wind for helping her. Social and emotional learning concepts include sharing, thoughtfulness, responsibility and generosity. Book includes a note to caregivers and story coaching activities. A Reader’s Theater version is available online so that children can benefit from dramatic interpretation.
