In the vibrant, forested city of Seattle, Washington, the Kovalenko family embarked on a heartfelt journey that beautifully merged their passion for the natural world with a deep desire to connect with their Ukrainian roots. Alexei and Sofia Kovalenko, both of Ukrainian descent, were determined to cultivate a sense of cultural identity in their children, Maksym and Olena, even though they were not fluent in Ukrainian themselves. Their creative solution led them on an unforgettable expedition to the Woodland Park Zoo, equipped with a distinctive tool: a Ukrainian animal picture book. The Kovalenkos, representative of many immigrant families, sought to find a harmonious balance between adopting American culture and preserving their own. This pursuit became an exhilarating adventure upon discovering a colorful picture book designed to teach children the names of animals and insects in Ukrainian. This book was a feast for the eyes, with each page dedicated to an animal or insect, adorned