Grow Wild, My Child
By Ainsley Arment
Illustrated by Bianca Pozzi
Coming August 4: Wander through the world’s greatest classroom, where every winding trail, towering tree, rushing stream, and well-loved book invites children to learn, play, discover, and make the most of childhood.
In this lyrical picture book from Wild + Free founder and bestselling author Ainsley Arment, families are invited on a poetic journey that celebrates the wonder of growing up. Along the way, children chase butterflies, climb trees, build forts, splash through puddles, read beneath the branches, and uncover the quiet lessons waiting all around them.
With gentle wisdom and timeless beauty, Grow Wild, My Child reminds us that the richest education is found not only in lessons and books, but in curiosity, imagination, meaningful work, and everyday adventure.
It honors childhood as a sacred season - one meant to unfold slowly, with room to explore, create, wonder, and simply be.
Perfect for families who cherish nature, great stories, and a life of curiosity, this unforgettable picture book is a heartfelt invitation to step outside, embrace the beauty of the world, and give children the freedom to grow into who they were created to become. Releases August 4, 2026.
Signed Book Plate in the Mail
Receive an autographed book plate by the author that can be adhered to the inside cover.
Deadline to pre-order: July 31
Downloadable Collection
Download our best-selling book 'Delighting in the Days of Childhood' in PDF form.
Sticker Sheet
in the Mail
Receive a "Grow Wild, My Child" sticker sheet in the mail, along with the signed book plate.
Deadline to pre-order: July 31
Downloadable Activity Guide
Get instant access to an activity guide for children that includes mazes, activities, and coloring.
About the Author
Ainsley Arment is the founder of Wild + Free and the author of The Call of the Wild + Free and the Wild + Free Family. She and her husband Ben are raising their five children, Wyatt, Dylan, Cody, Annie, and Millie, in Virginia Beach, Virginia, along with three pups and four guinea pigs. | @ainsl3y
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