About This Book
Reach for this book when your child excels academically but struggles with the social friction of group work. It is particularly helpful for the student who feels like they know all the answers and becomes frustrated when peers do not work at their pace or follow their specific vision. The story addresses the high expectations children often place on themselves and others during school projects. Tera is a bright, capable student who learns that being a leader is not the same as being a boss. Through a school project gone wrong, she discovers that collaboration actually improves the final result. For parents of kids aged 6 to 9, this book serves as a gentle mirror to help discuss the difference between individual achievement and the value of collective effort, making it a perfect tool for navigating early elementary school social dynamics.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The book is entirely secular and grounded in realistic school life. It deals with social exclusion and academic pressure in a direct, age-appropriate manner. The resolution is hopeful and realistic, focusing on improved social skills rather than a magical personality change.
