About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is experiencing the heartbreak of wanting a pet that the family cannot have due to allergies or health restrictions. It speaks directly to the frustration of a 'no' and the beauty of friends who help turn that disappointment into a creative problem-solving mission. Emma desperately wants a pet, but her mother's allergies make standard fluffy companions impossible. Instead of wallowing, Emma and her loyal friends Kyle and Mia embark on a search for a non-allergenic pet. This gentle chapter book models empathy and teamwork while teaching children that even when a situation seems fixed, there is often a creative middle ground that respects everyone's needs. It is an ideal bridge for early readers aged 6 to 9 who are beginning to navigate complex family dynamics and the importance of compromise.
