Gus & Gertie & the Lucky Charms

A parent might reach for this book when their child is feeling anxious about an upcoming competition, performance, or new challenge, especially if they are relying on a 'lucky' object for confidence. This charming chapter book introduces Gus and Gertie, two lovable penguins competing in the Animals' Winter Olympics. Feeling unprepared, they search for lucky charms to help them win. Through a series of humorous events, they discover that practice, teamwork, and believing in themselves are the real keys to success. It’s a wonderful, gentle story for early readers that models resilience and good sportsmanship, showing that the effort and the friendship are more important than winning first place.