About This Book
Reach for this book when your child feels they are the odd one out in your family or is struggling to live up to a specific sibling or parental legacy. It is perfect for the creative child in a STEM-focused household, or any kid who feels their true talents are being overlooked. Gregory K. comes from a family of math geniuses, but he is a poet at heart. The story follows his humorous and heartfelt journey to find his own voice while navigating the pressure to conform to family expectations. It explores themes of honesty, self-confidence, and the courage it takes to be yourself. This is a gentle, relatable read for elementary and middle schoolers who are beginning to define their own identities apart from their family's shadow.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The book deals with the internal pressure of meeting parental expectations and the minor 'moral ambiguity' of lying to avoid disappointment. The approach is secular and realistic, with a hopeful resolution that emphasizes communication and mutual respect.
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