About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is feeling the pressure of a group project or experiencing the sting of a plan that did not go as expected. It is an ideal choice for the student who thrives on hands-on activity but needs a reminder that the joy of a community effort is more important than a flawless final result. The story follows the students and teachers of Fog Lane School as they embark on an ambitious engineering project: building their own racing car. While the process is full of excitement and hard work, the eventual race brings a series of comedic disasters that test everyone's spirits. With its gentle humor and focus on collective resilience, this chapter book is perfect for 7 to 10-year-olds. It normalizes the feeling of embarrassment when things go wrong and celebrates the shared laughter that comes after a chaotic disappointment. Parents will appreciate how the book validates hard work while teaching children to find the silver lining when high expectations meet reality.
