Summer Wheels

Reach for this book when your child is struggling with the sting of unfairness or the frustration of seeing someone else break the rules without immediate consequence. It is a perfect tool for navigating those moments when a child feels that 'it's just not right' and needs help moving from anger toward understanding. The story follows two boys who are protective of their neighborhood mentor, the Bicycle Man, after a new kid fails to return a borrowed bike. Eve Bunting masterfully explores the nuances of community trust and the difficult practice of forgiveness. While the plot centers on missing bicycles, the heart of the book is about seeing the 'why' behind a person's mistakes. It is ideally suited for children ages 5 to 9 who are developing their moral compass and learning how to handle social conflicts with grace rather than retaliation.