Master of Disaster

Name: Master of Disaster
ISBN: 9780316164986

For the young athlete who feels like they can't do anything right on the field, this story celebrates perseverance and finding your place on a team.

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About This Book

A parent should reach for this book when their child feels clumsy, uncoordinated, or like they are constantly messing up, especially in sports or team activities. Marty is a well-meaning kid who loves baseball, but his clumsiness earns him the nickname 'Master of Disaster.' He feels like he's always letting his team down. This short, accessible chapter book beautifully illustrates the power of perseverance and finding your own unique way to contribute. It's an encouraging read for early independent readers, ages 7 to 10, who are struggling with self-confidence. It teaches a valuable lesson: you don't have to be the star player to be a valuable part of the team.

Resilience & Perseverance Sports Self-Confidence & Identity Teamwork & Collaboration Making Friends School Life Friendship & Loyalty Peer Pressure

What Parents Should Know

Sad ThemesMild

Character experiences strong feelings of failure and low self-confidence related to sports.

Sensitive Topics

This book does not contain sensitive topics like death, divorce, or identity crises. The conflict is centered on performance anxiety and low self-esteem in a sports context. The approach is straightforward and secular, with a clear and hopeful resolution.