A Hen for Izzy Pippik

Reach for this book when your child is facing pressure from friends or peers to go along with something they know isn't right. It serves as a gentle but firm anchor for children who are learning that keeping one's word is more important than taking the easy way out or following the crowd. Set in a traditional Jewish village, the story follows Shaina, a young girl who finds a lost hen and insists on protecting it until its owner, Izzy Pippik, returns. Despite the townspeople's increasing frustration and the logistical chaos of a multiplying flock of chickens, Shaina remains steadfast in her integrity. It is an ideal choice for children ages 4 to 9 who are developing their internal moral compass and need to see that standing alone for a good cause is a form of quiet heroism. The book uses humor and vibrant illustrations to make the heavy theme of honesty feel accessible rather than preachy.