About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is facing a personal distraction or emotional hurdle that makes it difficult to focus on their schoolwork. It is an ideal choice for children who are worried about a lost pet or a change at home and need to see their feelings validated in a supportive environment. The story follows Eva the owlet as she navigates the stress of a missing pet bat while trying to complete a creative writing assignment for a visiting author. Through Eva's experience, children learn that it is okay to feel overwhelmed and that sharing those feelings through creativity or with friends can help. Written for newly independent readers aged 5 to 8, this diary style chapter book uses humor and relatable social situations to model healthy coping mechanisms and the power of a supportive community.
