Shipwrecked

Reach for this book when your child is feeling anxious about an upcoming school performance or is struggling to cope with a role that feels less than 'star' quality. This story follows the irrepressible Junie B. Jones as she prepares for a class play about Christopher Columbus, only to find herself cast as a lowly ship rather than a famous explorer. It beautifully captures the high-stakes world of elementary school drama, normalizing the common fears of stage fright and public mistakes. Parents will appreciate how the book models resilience and the ability to find humor in embarrassing situations. While Junie B. interprets the world with a comical, youthful logic, the underlying themes of managing disappointment and navigating group dynamics are deeply relatable for children aged 6 to 9. It is an excellent tool for opening a dialogue about how things rarely go exactly as planned, but we can still have fun and be proud of our efforts.