About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is navigating the sweet but sometimes stressful desire to do something big for a person they love. Whether it is a looming holiday or a family birthday, this story speaks to the 'gift-giver's anxiety' that children often feel when they want their tribute to be perfect but feel limited by their own resources or distractions. In this early reader from the beloved Boxcar Children series, Benny Alden is determined to find the best possible birthday present for Grandfather. However, his mission is complicated by the responsibility of caring for his dog, Watch. It is a gentle exploration of balancing personal goals with external duties. Parents will appreciate how it models perseverance and the idea that the most meaningful gifts often come from thoughtful observation rather than a price tag.
