Auntie Robbo

Reach for this book when your child feels stifled by rules or is beginning to question the 'proper' way to grow up. It is the perfect antidote to over-scheduling and a celebration of the wild, untamed bond between generations. The story follows ten-year-old Hector and his eighty-one-year-old great-great-aunt, Auntie Robbo, as they flee a stifling relative who wants to put Hector in a conventional school and Robbo in a home. Their journey across the Scottish Highlands is a masterclass in resilience and joy. While it touches on the fear of being separated from loved ones, the tone remains exuberant and adventurous. It is an ideal choice for kids aged 8 to 12 who crave independence and a sense of wonder in the natural world.