Emilia is both excited and nervous about spending the day outdoors. Her younger brother, Nico, is ready to go, but Emilia feels unsure. Her grandmother arrives to pick up the kids and their parents, and they all set out. Before long, Emilia begins to notice the forest’s sights, smells, and sounds, discovering the beauty of the plants and animals around her. Galindo’s illustrations capture the magic of hiking, weaving detailed birds and woodland creatures into soft, whimsical swirls that reflect a child’s sense of wonder and love. Harmony’s story highlights the joy of connecting deeply with both family and nature and the simple pleasures of exploring the outdoors together. Backmatter includes a brief guide to visiting public lands, with tips for staying safe and caring for the environment. Readers will also find a list of sorpresas, or surprises, to spot throughout the artwork, among them a monarch butterfly, a red-tailed hawk, and other wildlife. This bilingual picture book presents the full text in English alongside Spanish on each page. Emilia and her family are brown-skinned and Latine.
