About This Book
A parent might reach for this book when their child is navigating a friendship with someone who has very different ideas about fun. In this funny and sweet early reader, enthusiastic Chick is determined to throw a surprise party for his friend Fox. The only problem is that quiet, thoughtful Fox does not like parties. The story gently explores the comical miscommunications and differing expectations that arise between the two friends, ultimately celebrating compromise and the simple joy of being together. It's perfect for early elementary readers (ages 5-8) and provides a lighthearted entry point for conversations about empathy, listening to a friend's needs, and finding happiness in ways you might not expect.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
N/A. The conflict is a very low-stakes social misunderstanding between friends.
Ideal Reader
This is ideal for a child in kindergarten through second grade who is learning that friends can have different needs and personalities. It speaks directly to the extroverted child who doesn't understand why a friend might not want to join a big game, and also to the introverted child who sometimes feels overwhelmed by a friend's big plans.
