Universal Truth of Water is a tender, poetic picture book that invites children and adults alike to reflect on the power of emotions, identity, and inner strength-told through the timeless metaphor of water.
With lyrical language and vibrant illustrations, this story follows the journey of a child learning that, like water, they are ever-changing, flowing, and full of potential. Just as water can be calm or stormy, deep or shallow, clear or cloudy-so too can our feelings and experiences shift and transform. The book encourages children to embrace their emotions, trust their resilience, and understand that they are never stuck, but always in motion-growing, learning, and becoming.
A gentle but empowering message flows through every page, reminding young readers that they are enough just as they are, and that their presence-like water-matters deeply in the world.
This is more than a bedtime story; it's a conversation starter about mindfulness, empathy, and self-worth. Ideal for classrooms, counseling settings, and family story time, Universal Truth of Water supports social-emotional learning and helps young hearts feel seen and understood.
Buy Universal Truth of Water by Kris Tan from Australia's Online Independent Bookstore, BooksDirect.