About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is feeling discouraged by a minor role in a performance or feels overshadowed by more 'talented' peers. It is the perfect remedy for the preschooler or kindergartner who expected to be the lead but was cast as a prop or a background character. The story follows Hannah, who is initially disappointed to be the Star of Bethlehem rather than Mary in her school's Nativity play. However, when the 'baby Jesus' doll goes missing, Hannah's quick thinking and observation skills save the show. It is a gentle, humorous look at school life that validates a child's feelings of jealousy while celebrating the importance of every participant in a group effort. Parents will appreciate how it models problem-solving and self-assurance without being overly preachy.
