About This Book
A parent might reach for this book when their child is navigating the worries of caring for a beloved pet or learning how to be a supportive friend. Dazzle, a sweet crow who loves shiny things, finds what she believes is a wish-granting bottle cap. But when her best friend Scruffy seems unwell, she faces a difficult choice: use the wish for herself or for her friend? This gentle early chapter book beautifully explores themes of empathy, selflessness, and the anxiety that comes with caring deeply for someone. It’s a perfect story for young, sensitive readers, modeling how to turn worry into loving action and opening a door for conversations about friendship.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The book deals with the topic of a friend or pet being sick. The approach is metaphorical and very gentle, seen through the eyes of an animal protagonist. Scruffy is described as “not himself” and “too tired,” avoiding any direct or scary medical details. The resolution is entirely hopeful, emphasizing that the act of caring is what matters most.
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