About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is beginning to feel the weight of social expectations and the pressure to go along with a friend's idea even when it feels wrong. It is a gentle but insightful exploration of how children define their own 'rules' for being a good person and a loyal friend. Cody is a relatable protagonist who faces two dilemmas: her best friend Spencer wants to swap their most prized possessions, and her brother's bike has gone missing, casting a shadow of suspicion over their neighborhood. The story navigates the nuances of trust, the pain of losing something special, and the courage it takes to speak up for oneself. It is perfectly pitched for early elementary readers who are transitioning from simple stories to books with more complex emotional layers.
