A Wonderful Day

Reach for this classic when your child is facing a sudden transition or feeling like they lack the 'right stuff' to handle a new challenge. It is the perfect story for the child who feels small in a big world, or the one struggling with the belief that they aren't smart, brave, or caring enough. Through Dorothy's journey from Kansas to Oz, children see that resilience often comes from simply putting one foot in front of the other. While the story is a fantastical adventure filled with flying monkeys and magical slippers, its heartbeat is about self-actualization. Dorothy and her friends believe they need a Great Wizard to grant them qualities they already possess. For children aged 7 to 12, this is a powerful lesson in internal versus external validation. It provides a comforting framework for discussing how to find your way back to a sense of 'home' even when your physical or emotional surroundings have shifted dramatically.