Grandy Thaxter's Helper

A parent might reach for this book when their eager child's attempts to "help" result in more messes than successes, leading to frustration. This gentle story follows a boy named William who wants nothing more than to be a real helper for his beloved grandmother, Grandy Thaxter. His efforts to feed chickens, gather eggs, and milk the cow all go slightly awry, but Grandy's patient and loving response is the heart of the tale. The book beautifully explores themes of family love, the value of intention over perfection, and building self-confidence. It shows children that contributing isn't always about doing a task perfectly, but about the love and companionship shared in the effort.