About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is starting a new, exciting activity and seems to be losing sight of their previous commitments or friendships. It is a perfect choice for navigating the growing pains of balancing personal success with social responsibility. The story follows Ellie, a creative girl who wins a lead role in a play and unintentionally neglects her duties at a local animal shelter and her three best friends. It explores themes of accountability, the pride of achievement, and the necessity of a sincere apology. Written for the 5 to 8 age range, this early chapter book helps parents discuss how to handle 'fame' or new hobbies without leaving others behind. It is a gentle, relatable way to model how to fix mistakes when your ego or schedule gets the better of you.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The book is entirely secular and grounded in realistic school life. There are no heavy sensitive topics like death or trauma; the focus is strictly on social-emotional navigation and peer dynamics. The resolution is hopeful and provides a clear roadmap for restorative apologies.
