Cassandra's Driftwood

Reach for this book when your child has found something they cherish that others might dismiss as junk, or when they are struggling to articulate why their creative vision matters. It is a perfect choice for the quiet, imaginative child who is beginning to transition from the safety of home to the broader world, where their ideas might be challenged by peers or adults. Cassandra's Driftwood follows a young girl who discovers a magnificent piece of wood on the beach. While others see trash or firewood, Cassandra sees a horse, a throne, and a companion. The story beautifully captures the tension between childhood wonder and the practical, often dismissive world of adults. It models the courage required to stand up for one's own perspective and the resilience needed to protect what we love. At its heart, this is a story about the birth of self-confidence and the importance of seeing the extraordinary in the ordinary.