About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is rushing through a task or feels pressured by others to move faster than they are comfortable going. It is a perfect choice for children who are captivated by heavy machinery but also need a gentle lesson on the value of precision and craftsmanship over speed. The story follows a personified Zamboni machine that takes immense pride in its specialized job: smoothing out a roughed-up ice rink. Despite the crowd and the hockey players wanting him to hurry, he remains steadfast in his process. Through bold illustrations and a confident narrative voice, the book celebrates self-assurance and the satisfaction of a job well done. It is ideal for preschoolers and early elementary students who are beginning to navigate their own sense of competence and independence.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
None. The book is secular and focuses entirely on mechanical processes and personified confidence.
Ideal Reader
A 4-to-6-year-old who is obsessed with "how things work" or a child who often feels overwhelmed by external pressure to hurry up during transitions or chores.
Parent Prep
The book can be read cold. It uses fun, onomatopoeic language (vroom, slurp) that is great for enthusiastic reading aloud. A parent might choose this after their child gets frustrated because a drawing, Lego build, or task didn't turn out right because they rushed, or when a child is resisting the "steps" of a routine.
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