The Shy Stegosaurus of Cricket Creek

Reach for this book when your child is grappling with the weight of family responsibilities or feeling the 'invisible' pressure of financial stress at home. It is a perfect selection for the imaginative child who uses fantasy as a way to process real-world problems. The story follows twins Joan and Joey Brown as they discover George, a shy and slightly clumsy stegosaurus, while trying to help their mother keep their struggling ranch afloat. Through George's well-intentioned but often disastrous attempts to help, the book explores themes of loyalty, the burden of secrets, and the importance of family unity. It provides a gentle bridge for 8 to 12-year-olds to discuss how children sometimes feel they must 'save' their parents from adult problems, all while maintaining a lighthearted, humorous tone that keeps the experience fun and adventurous.