About This Book
A parent should reach for this book when their child is feeling anxious about a new role or being the center of attention, like in a school play or family wedding. This story is about Heidi Heckelbeck, a young witch who is nervous about being a flower girl. Unlike her excited brother, she dreads the fancy dress and walking down the aisle. When her brother loses the wedding ring, Heidi must overcome her jitters and secretly use her magic to save the day. It’s a gentle and empowering story for early readers that normalizes performance anxiety and shows how a child can use their own unique talents to solve problems and build confidence. It’s a perfect blend of relatable feelings and lighthearted fantasy.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The primary theme is performance anxiety, which is handled in a gentle, accessible, and ultimately empowering way. The book uses the fantasy element of witchcraft as a metaphorical tool for a child's inner resources and problem-solving skills. The approach is entirely secular and the resolution is positive and reassuring. There are no other sensitive topics.
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