About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is noticing changes in the adults around them or experiencing a shift in the predictable routines of school life. It is an ideal choice for the transition into longer chapter books, offering a humorous yet grounded exploration of empathy and social observation. The story follows fourth-graders Danny and Calvin as they try to solve the mystery of why their normally strict teacher is acting so out of character. Through the lens of a lighthearted detective story, the book touches on themes of friendship, curiosity, and the realization that adults have complex lives outside of the classroom. It encourages children to look beyond surface-level behavior and ask 'why' with kindness rather than judgment. Parents will appreciate the clever use of drawing as a tool for problem-solving and the gentle way it handles the realization that everyone, even teachers, can have an off day.
