McHenry County Living Feature: The Rabbit in the Moon (Behind the Story)
A local feature hits differently when it gets the why right.
McHenry County Living recently shared the story behind The Rabbit in the Moon, and what they captured (beautifully) is that this book was never “just a book idea.” It was a promise, a legacy, and a very specific kind of message for kids who hesitate when something feels too big.
This post is my companion piece: what the article shared, what it means to me, and why this story exists for families and classrooms right now.
If you only do one thing today, read the feature first. Click here and read the McHenry County Living story: “A Mother’s Faith, a Son’s Hesitation – and the Children’s Book Born From Both.”
One short excerpt (from the article):
“Yabbit doesn’t become fearless. He learns that courage can show up as a small decision, a tiny brave step…”
What McHenry County Living Got Exactly Right
1) The story is about hesitation, not “bad behavior.”
The article nails something I care deeply about: hesitation is often a protective response, not a character flaw. That idea sits at the center of how I write Yabbit and why parents tell me the story feels familiar.
2) This book was born from a mother’s belief and a ticking clock.
McHenry County Living shared the timeline and emotional urgency, including the shift from “someday” to “now.” That’s not marketing. That’s real life, and it shaped the way I approached every line on the page.
3) The message is practical: bravery can be small.
On our website we say it plainly: helping kids “Face Fear, Feel Brave, one small hop at a time.” The feature echoed that same heartbeat, and that’s why it resonated.
Why This Matters for Parents (Not Just Readers)
Most parents aren’t looking for perfect children. They’re trying to help their child through real moments:
the pause before trying
the “I can’t” before they even start
bedtime worries that snowball in the dark
school transitions and separation jitters
That’s why our Parent Resources section exist: to give you what to say and what to do when those moments show up.
What I Hope Readers Take From the Feature
If you read the McHenry County Living piece and you see your own child in it, here’s what I want you to know:
You’re not “behind.” Your child isn’t “too much.” And courage doesn’t have to be loud.
Sometimes it’s one tiny brave step, taken while the heart still feels wobbly. That’s the story. And that’s the point.
Invest in your child
If your child hesitates, avoids, or worries about “what ifs,” The Rabbit in the Moon was written for your family and for classrooms. It’s designed to help kids build courage and emotional growth through a message they can actually repeat.
If the book helps your child, leaving one honest review tomorrow helps the next family find it.
FAQs
1) What is the McHenry County Living article about The Rabbit in the Moon?
It’s a feature on the origin story of the book, centered on a mother’s belief, a son’s hesitation, and the message of tiny brave steps.
2) Is The Rabbit in the Moon a good book for anxious or hesitant kids?
It’s written specifically for kids who hesitate, avoid, or fear, helping them learn that courage is choosing to act despite fear.
3) What age is The Rabbit in the Moon for?
It’s a children’s picture book designed for young readers and adult read-alouds, including families and educators.
4) What does “tiny brave steps” mean?
It means bravery doesn’t require a giant leap. Kids can move forward one small decision at a time, even while they’re still nervous.
5) Can teachers use The Rabbit in the Moon in the classroom?
Yes, the book is positioned to support families and educators with actionable language and SEL-friendly themes.
6) Where can I read the full McHenry County Living feature?
Use the link in the Start Here section above.
