About This Book
A parent might reach for this book when their child is struggling with the frustrations of teamwork, competition, and not being the best at everything. In this hilarious installment of the popular series, the ever-cranky Kitty is forced to join a neighborhood team with the relentlessly cheerful Puppy and the fact-spouting Uncle Murray. The book uses its signature graphic novel style and laugh-out-loud humor to explore big feelings like anger and frustration when things don't go to plan. It's a perfect choice for early elementary schoolers learning to navigate team sports or group projects, as it validates their intense emotions while gently modeling that everyone can contribute to a team in their own unique way.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
This book does not contain sensitive topics. The conflicts are entirely interpersonal and situational, centered on the common childhood challenge of learning to be a good sport. The approach is secular and humorous, with a hopeful and realistic resolution: Kitty doesn't magically transform into a perfect teammate, but she learns to apply her personality in a constructive way.
Ideal Reader
A 6 to 8-year-old who is highly competitive and melts down when they are not the best at a game or activity. This book is for the child who tends to throw the game pieces, declare "I quit!", or blame their teammates when things are not going their way. It speaks directly to the child who struggles with seeing the value in participation over winning.
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