About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is feeling overwhelmed by 'big problems' or natural events that feel out of their control. It is an ideal choice for the student who struggles with perfectionism or anxiety, as it uses the lens of American folklore to turn obstacles into opportunities for creative play. This collection of tall tales follows the legendary Nebraska farmer Febold Feboldson as he tackles extreme weather and pests using nothing but his wits and a hefty dose of the impossible. The book highlights themes of resilience and lateral thinking through a humorous, absurdist lens. By presenting cyclones and droughts as puzzles to be solved rather than disasters to be feared, Ariane Dewey helps children ages 6 to 9 build a sense of agency. Parents will appreciate the way it introduces American frontier history and regional folklore while maintaining a lighthearted, engaging tone that rewards curious young minds.
