About This Book
Reach for this book when your child starts showing a deep interest in collecting things or when they are struggling with the concept of outgrowing a beloved hobby. It is a gentle, sophisticated transition for early readers who are moving from picture books to chapter books but still value a story focused on everyday magic and family life. Donavan is a young boy who loves words. He collects them on slips of paper and keeps them in a large glass jar, but when the jar fills up, he faces a dilemma: what do you do with something you love when you run out of room for it? Through a visit to his grandmother, Donavan discovers that words are most powerful when they are shared rather than stored. It is a beautiful exploration of vocabulary, the joy of language, and the emotional maturity required to let go of possessions to make a positive impact on others.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The book is secular and realistic. It touches lightly on the experience of senior citizens living in an apartment complex, but the tone is entirely hopeful and community-oriented. There are no heavy traumas or crises.
