Dunya

About the book

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Dear Parents, 

Dunya is a little chick living inside an egg, beginning her journey of discovering herself and exploring her surroundings for the very first time. The book invites us into the child’s early developmental world, where they start to learn about their body, their emotions, and their personal boundaries, before expanding outward to understand others around them. 

The story reflects key stages of psychological and cognitive growth. It encourages thinking, questioning, and meaningful conversations about important concepts such as curiosity, exploration, independence, and the difference between personal and public space. 

Through this journey, children begin to understand their identity, develop self-awareness and sensory awareness, and learn to express themselves. 

Ask your child how did Dunya feel

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Let’s Talk 

Ask your child:

How did Dunya feel when she was inside the egg?

How do you feel when you are in your own private room?

What did Dunya think about, and what did she discover? 

Create a small tent together and sit inside it to experience Dunya’s world.

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Let’s Have a Sensory Experience 

Create a small tent together and sit inside it to experience Dunya’s world.

Think about the things you can do inside the tent but not outside, and vice versa.

You can also imagine a place that sparks your curiosity—somewhere you wish to explore or visit. 

Try different movements and exercises that help your child discover their body

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Let’s Explore 

“What can I do with my hands? My feet? My eyes?”

Try different movements and exercises that help your child discover their body and its abilities. 

Look through a photo album together and talk about the memories

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Let’s Connect 

Look through a photo album together and talk about the memories and beautiful moments from your child’s life—from pregnancy until today.

Discuss the stages of their growth, how their name was chosen, what you (as parents and relatives) felt when you first saw them, and other meaningful moments that shaped the beginning of their life.

Ask your child: Which picture do you like most, and why? 

Design an “identity card” with your child

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Let’s Create 

A Personal Identity Card 

Design an “identity card” with your child, including their name, physical and personal traits, things they enjoy, their favorite food, favorite color, and more.