About This Book
Reach for this book when your child starts comparing their physical skills to their peers and feels like they are failing because they aren't the fastest, strongest, or best at sports. It is a common struggle for preschoolers to navigate the hierarchy of playground 'winners' and 'losers,' often leading to a dip in self-esteem. The story follows Danielle, a young dinosaur at preschool who struggles to keep up with her friends during physical games. While her friends celebrate their athletic victories, Danielle feels left behind until she discovers her own unique talent for music. It is a gentle, age-appropriate exploration of self-discovery and the idea that everyone has a different way to shine. Parents will appreciate how it validates a child's frustration while shifting the focus from competition to individual strengths.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The book deals with the mild social-emotional 'disability' of feeling less capable than peers. The approach is metaphorical through animal characters and entirely secular. The resolution is realistic and hopeful, focusing on individual differences rather than forced equality in all skills.
