About This Book
Reach for this book when your child feels weighed down by a demanding schedule or expresses frustration that there is not enough time to just play. It is a wonderful tool for children who are high achievers but risk burnout, as well as those who are struggling to find a balance between school expectations and family life. The story follows a well intentioned principal who becomes so obsessed with learning that he eliminates weekends, holidays, and summer break. Through the eyes of Tillie, a young student who misses her dog and her brother, the book explores the vital importance of downtime and unstructured play. It teaches children how to advocate for their needs with kindness and logic. For parents, it serves as a gentle reminder that while education is a gift, some of life's most important lessons happen outside the classroom during the quiet, unscripted moments of childhood.
