Velvet Visits Mylo is a heartwarming story about welcoming someone new and discovering that
our differences can make friendships even more special.
When Velvet, a young caribou, comes to visit her cousin Mylo in the forest, she is excited to
explore his meadow and meet his woodland friends. Along the way, the two cousins learn about
one another’s unique traits, habitats, and the things that make moose and caribou alike—and
different. Through kindness, curiosity, and gentle adventures, they discover that family and
friendship can grow stronger when we take the time to understand and appreciate each other.
Filled with playful rhymes, real animal facts, and meaningful life lessons, Velvet Visits Mylo
celebrates belonging, acceptance, and the joy of making someone feel at home.
Perfect for children ages 4–8, this charming tale encourages young readers to embrace
diversity, welcome new experiences, and see the beauty in every friendship.
Caribou have both summer and winter homes because moving with the seasons helps them
survive. Food is a big reason, but it’s not the only one.
● Food: In the summer, caribou travel to places where fresh plants, grasses, flowers, and
leaves are plentiful. In the winter, they move to areas where they can dig through the
snow to find lichens (“caribou moss”), an important winter food source.
● Fewer Bugs: Summer homes are often in cooler, windier places or near open areas
where mosquitoes and black flies are less of a nuisance. Insects can make life miserable
for caribou and cause them to spend less time eating.
● Safety for Babies: Female caribou travel to special calving grounds to give birth. These
areas are usually safer from predators and provide a quiet place for calves to grow
during their first few weeks of life.
● Weather: Caribou move to take advantage of the best seasonal conditions. They seek
cooler temperatures in summer and sheltered areas in winter that help protect them from
deep snow and harsh weather.
● Easier Travel: Their seasonal routes allow them to reach places where snow is
shallower or easier to walk through, conserving energy when food is harder to find.
A fun fact for children is: Caribou are great travellers! Some caribou walk hundreds of kilometres
every year to find food, stay safe, and raise their babies in the best places nature provides.