sets a contemplative tone, focusing on the arrival of spring, which the narrator feels deeply connected to. It describes how the change in season affects not just nature but also human emotions and appearances, especially regarding children. Caillou is introduced as an imaginative little boy who perceives himself as a ‘caillou’ or rock, underscoring the imaginative and symbolic world he inhabits. The text moves into his friendship with Tili, highlighting their growing awareness of themselves and the world around them, revealing both the joys and confusions of early childhood as they grapple with their identities amidst familial expectations and societal norms. (This is an automatically generated summary.)