Samantha on a Roll

Reach for this book when your child is vibrating with excitement over a new privilege or toy and struggles to hear the word wait. It is the perfect tool for addressing the gap between a child's desire for independence and their actual physical or emotional readiness. The story follows Sammy, who ignores her mother's safety warnings and finds herself on a high speed, rhyming adventure through town on her new roller skates. While the tone is humorous and lighthearted, it captures the genuine panic of losing control and the heavy feeling of guilt that follows. It is an excellent choice for children aged 4 to 8 who are learning that rules often exist to protect their joy, not just to limit it.