How to Catch Silence and Other Stories about Ulka

"Everything obvious is incredible," sings one song. Ulka is a six-year-old girl with whom extraordinary things constantly happen. They take place in kindergarten and at home, on the street and at the dacha. Even the apple tree in the yard holds a secret. And that's why Ulka has many questions. About the world and those around her. Where does the puddle flow into? Who is Panacea? Can one become a perpetual motion machine? A year before school is a difficult and interesting time. A multitude of events can fit into twelve months of a little person's life. In the fascinating stories about the kind and clever girl, both children and adults will recognize themselves. These are stories about miracles that surround us and illuminate the usual and, at first glance, simple: a stream in the forest, an old store sign, or a ladybug in a box. The book, written in a lively, original language, will appeal to young readers who are preparing for first grade or are studying in elementary school, and of course to those who are interested in the question: "How to catch silence?" Everything obvious is incredible. The world is full of wonders and adventures. And the story begins...