Harald and the Giant Knight

A parent might reach for this book when their child feels small, powerless, or is dealing with someone who isn't respecting their space or rules. It's a perfect story for tackling the feeling of being overwhelmed by a bigger, seemingly unbeatable problem. The story follows Harald, a young boy whose family farm is rudely taken over by a group of knights for training. When his parents' reasonable requests are ignored, Harald uses his cleverness and knowledge of the farm to devise a creative plan to scare the knights away for good. This book beautifully models resilience, creative problem-solving, and the idea that bravery isn't about size, but about courage and ingenuity. It's an empowering and humorous read for early elementary schoolers.