This was such a wonderful read and a great reminder of all kids can bring to the world. Their imagination, their creativity, it's all so wonderful. I will be buying this for my nephews!

I really like how this book encourages kids to tune into their imaginations and be curious about the natural world around them. I also like how the author recognizes that it's important for kids to be this way, because it is actually important, especially now. However, while the title makes sense, I think it doesn't exactly appeal to young readers and it doesn't flawlessly relate to the story. It's good for the story to be written in second person, but having the title be the same way doesn't interest children as much as it could. Additionally, the story itself doesn't mention "the world", it primarily just shows kids interacting with other kids. This is good and relatable for a young audience, but it creates that disconnect between the book and its title. Lastly, I want to give credit to the illustrator. It's clear that the illustrator has the wonder that this book pushes, because there is an impressive amount of visual detail on every single page. These details will no doubt inspire readers to look for these hidden gems in the environment around them. Bravo for that!

Inspired by the author's youngest son, Crew, this book is beautifully illustrated and told in rhyming text, featuring a cast of diverse child characters who celebrate the joy of the natural world. I really enjoyed this book and think young readers and parents alike will get countless hours of pleasure reading it together. Many thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for an early digital copy in exchange for my honest review!

This book is absolutely wonderful! The illustrations are so sweet, not overstimulating, and beautifully follow the story. It's about how children, who are great observers of our natural world, see the world in a much more beautiful way. They often slow down and appreciate all the little things around them as they wonder about the world. I think this book would make a wonderful addition to anyone's personal or classroom library. This is a book I will definitely pick up for our Nature Preschool, as well as for my personal collection for my children.

Thank you, NetGalley, Joanna Gaines, and Tommy Nelson, for the eARC in exchange for an honest review.

Absolutely adorable! A must for your family's bookshelf.

First of all- the illustrations are stunning. I'm always on the hunt for books with high quality illustrations because I have young readers who aren't reading words yet, they just look at pictures. I believe that the illustrations in children's books can be just as powerful and tell just as much of a story as the words. This book proved my theory correct, each book is vibrant and full, providing young readers with plenty to look at and discover.

I loved the message of finding the wonder in every day things. A concept that I think comes easily for young children and we as adults often forget. A great reminder for me as an adult as well, to take the time to slow down and enjoy the wonder in each day!

The World Needs the Wonder You See by Joanna Gaines is a fantastic children's book with a great message and high quality illustrations and would make a fantastic addition to any family's bookshelf.

Thank you to NetGalley, Tommy Nelson Publishers, and Joanna Gaines for the advanced copy, all opinions are my own.

I received an ARC of this book from Netgalley and the publisher in exchange for my honest review.


Beautifully illustrated children's book written in rhyme, illustrating diverse groups of children. The book promotes finding the world's wonders all around us, and sharing those discoveries with others in the child's life - other children and adults.

Joanna Gaines writes the cutest children's books. I was so excited to read her latest to my kids. I read it with my two girls, aged 10 and 3 and they both loved it. I love how Joanna invites you to look beyond the surface. The book encourages readers to see the wonder behind the ordinary. Such a sweet encouragement to get kids away from screens and into the outdoors and nature. It is so easy these days to stay inside and be on devices. Once children go outside and allow themselves to be bored they will begin to see the wonder.

The illustrations are so cute and are very similar to her previous books. The Illustrator Julianna Swaney just simply makes the cutest illustrations for children's books. I love the representation of kids of all skin colors along with a chiId in a wheelchair. The nature and animals are so so adorable!

I highly recommend this book for kids ages 2-6. But the older kids and adults will enjoy it too ;) This is perfect for parents to read to their children for a bedtime story.

Thank you Tommy Nelson for providing this book for review consideration via NetGalley. All opinions are my own.

I really loved this beautiful little picture book. The lesson is wonderful, of course -- we all need to appreciate the wonder we see in the world. But the language also makes the book feel very comfortable and warm. Thanks to NetGalley for letting me read this

The World Needs the Wonder You See is a beautifully illustrated provocation for young children. I feel it encourages students to get outside and discover the many wonders that are all around us. Children will be able to see themselves in the diverse characters in the illustrations. This picture book would be the perfect addition to any public, school or personal library to encourage the young readers to discover the wonder all around them.

Thank you Net Galley, Joanna Gaines and Tommy Nelson for the opportunity to preview this book and the opinions shared are my own,

The World Needs the Wonder You See will be available January 28, 2025.

this is such a beautiful message - one that i am trying to teach my young kiddos everyday. the illustrations were beautiful and have so much to discover. with children’s books, i always love when there is a specific cadence or rhythm and this didn’t seem to have one it it was dull very enjoyable!

This story is so cute! I especially loved how diverse the children are—a little girl in this book is even in a wheelchair which was so special to see (since I suffer with health issues and am in a wheelchair myself!). 🥲 The illustrations are wonderfully drawn, and the colors are soft to the eye and not too harsh. What a beautiful book that would be great for gifts! ❤️

This book is full of sweet illustrations to go along with the story. A book about how we all see things differently and if you look closer you may see some things you didn't realize were there. I like the idea how some of us just see a forest but some people see it as an enchanted world. Such a cool idea to share with kids so they can open their minds and then share with others what they see. Then we can see the wonders that live in everyone.

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the arc.

What an enchanting tale that captures the hearts of young readers! From the moment you open the book, you’re transported into a world. The illustrations are absolutely stunning, bursting with color and detail that complement the story beautifully. The storytelling is engaging and age-appropriate, with just the right balance of excitement and heart. Young readers will love following along.

Here we have an absolutely gorgeous, inclusive, and thematically important book that promotes curiosity and interest in the world around us with amazing artwork and words.
Excellent.

I reviewed this with my five year old son and we both really enjoyed it! He said he really liked the pictures and we both enjoyed all the details that were included in them. I always love a rhyming book especially for little kids. This book will hopefully inspire kids and adults alike to go outside and notice more of the amazing details in their world!

A beautiful book about the wonders all around us that we often overlook! This book has a great message about slowing down and taking in the world around you. It's a great book for teaching about how to appreciate the world around you. The illustrations in this book are also breathtaking and go perfectly with the story.

Thank you so much to Netgalley and Tommy Nelson for an ARC in exchange for an honest review!

My 4 year old attends an outdoor forest preschool, so this book ended up being perfect for him! It feels very similar to what he is taught at school through nature based learning and I can't wait to be able to gift a copy to his teachers when it's released. Beautiful illistrations as well.

A celebration for seeing the amazing in what could pass as ordinary.

Encouraging a second, closer look at life; this beautifully illustrated story is a loving wish for ever-wonder.

Thanks to NetGalley for sharing this DRC with me for an honest review.

With darling illustrations, this book encourages readers to explore the world around them with a more inquisitive eye. Paying attention to the trees, clouds, and animals around us at a slower pace is hard to do in today’s frenzied world, but this book will encourage children and parents alike to approach the world with renewed wonder.

A beautifully written book about the wonders all around us that we often overlook, The Wonder You See offers a captivating view of the world around us. By slowing down and looking closely, Gaines reveals all of the enchanting secrets to discover. The book explores the theme of appreciation for the natural world, encouraging children to find joy in the small details of everyday life. It highlights the importance of being present and aware, as well as fostering a deeper connection with our surroundings. Through vivid descriptions and thoughtful reflections, Gaines invites readers to rediscover the magic in the ordinary.

"Celebrate the wonder of the world through a child’s eyes in this imaginative book about all the beauty, hope, and surprise hiding in plain sight. Look up. Lean in. Bend low. Reach for new heights. Every day, from every place, there’s more to see in this great big world of possibility."