Randy Ribay

Daddy has lost his keys again, and he needs a quick favor. He hands you his water bottle and says one simple word: Hold. What starts as a boring request suddenly becomes the best game ever! If holding one thing is fun, holding everything must be even better. You grab your favorite stuffed animal, your toy airplane, and even the family pet. Your arms are getting incredibly full, but the world has so many amazing things to carry. You set your sights on bigger prizes, like the falling rain and the trees in the yard. As your pile grows taller and heavier, you might find you have taken on more than you can manage. Thankfully, when everything comes tumbling down, Daddy is always there with his arms wide open. This funny, heartwarming picture book celebrates boundless curiosity and the comforting bond between parent and child.