Zoe's Jungle

Reach for this book when the 'five-minute warning' at the park consistently leads to a meltdown or a power struggle. It is the perfect tool for helping children transition from high-energy play to the car or home by reframing the end of an activity as a final, glorious mission rather than a loss of fun. The story follows sisters Addie and Zoe as they turn their final four minutes at the playground into a high-stakes jungle trek. Through beautiful pen and ink illustrations, the mundane park equipment transforms into a lush canopy filled with hidden creatures. This book celebrates the power of a child's imagination while gently modeling how to respect parental boundaries and time limits. It is an excellent choice for preschoolers and early elementary students who struggle with transitions or who possess a particularly vivid inner world.