Let’s Look, Not Touch is such a sweet and gentle picture book that follows a curious little boy and his mom as they explore beaches, parks, forests, and ponds, discovering starfish, snakes, frogs, fireflies, turtles, and more along the way. I loved the rhythmic, sing-song phrasing on each page and the consistent refrain — it felt comforting and made it easy for kids to join in. The soft, colorful illustrations really bring every creature to life, and I appreciated how the story teaches respect for wildlife without being heavy-handed. As someone who enjoys nature myself, I really liked how this book captures that sense of wonder while reminding kids to admire animals safely.

If you’ve ever chased a frog, poked a bug, or tried to “just hold it for one second,” this book is calling your name!

I had the BEST time reading Let’s Look, Not Touch—it’s like a mini-adventure with adorable creatures popping up on every page, from starfish at the beach to sneaky little lizards by the riverbank.. As a spunky reader who loves cute chaos, I was rooting for this curious kid the whole way, even while Mom kept reminding him to slooow down and just look (relatable!). The rhymes are catchy, the art is super bright and happy, and honestly, it made me want to go outside and explore immediately. Kids will love it, parents will love it, and nature will thank you for reading it. 🌿✨

Let's Look, Not Touch by Kateryna Dronova

This is a cute story about a little boy and his Mom.
They go different places like the beach, park, pond and more. Each time the little boy asks if he can touch a creature and Mom says no,
It goes on with a surprise in the end.
This is a great way to open dialog on what is safe to touch and what is not. For younger children it is a nice way to introduce animals to them.
The illustrations are cute and sure to capture any child's imagination. I especially liked the spider.
This is a good story time story.