What happens when a simple question starts to grow in your mind? And what occurs when this thought passes from one person to another;

The new children's illustrated book from Ammos Editions, “Aaaam… doubt”, is an entertaining story about how a small thought can turn into… a big adventure!

It all begins when the crocodile tells his friend, the mouse, that he can't find his maracas anywhere and fears that… he might have eaten them! Without a second thought, the mouse starts searching for them. Along the way, he encounters the rabbit, the squirrel, the chick, and many other animals. Everyone had started with the same goal… but ultimately gave up.

Why? Because they felt something creeping into their minds: an Aaaam… doubt. What if the crocodile… ate them;

With humor, rhythm, and a delightful repetitive structure, the story shows how a simple thought can grow and even influence the most confident to doubt. Until suddenly, a familiar sound is heard: “CHIRP CHIRP CHIRP!”

The maracas exist, but the story doesn't end there… A frog appears and reveals something nobody expected..!

The surprising and twist ending leaves the reader with a smile and a small, playful Aaaam… doubt.

If a child learns that they can doubt without fear, they will grow with the confidence that their worth does not depend on always being right. Because it’s more valuable to keep searching. Perhaps this is ultimately the most important message a book leaves behind: not certainties, but the courage to keep asking.

*Scan the QR code on the back of the book to find supporting materials that accompany the book and are aimed at parents, educators, and those working with children.