About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is navigating the high stakes of elementary school social hierarchies or struggling to find their footing with new responsibilities. This story follows Gavin, a young boy trying to balance his desire to fit in with the cool kids while managing the unexpected (and sometimes embarrassing) challenges of taking care of a very pampered dog. It is a perfect choice for children who feel the pressure of peer judgment or who are learning that true character often means making the right choice even when it is not the popular one. Parents will appreciate how the story validates the very real anxieties of third and fourth grade while modeling resilience and the value of genuine friendship over social status. It is a gentle, humorous, and highly relatable look at growing up and finding your own voice.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The book deals with bullying and social exclusion in a very direct, realistic manner. There is also a theme of parental expectations and the pressure to succeed in a new environment. The approach is entirely secular and the resolution is hopeful and realistic, focusing on self-acceptance.
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