About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is grappling with the physical frustration of a task that looks easy but feels impossible, or when they are counting down the minutes until a loved one arrives. Jack's Kite speaks directly to the internal weather of a young child: the stormy clouds of a toy that won't fly and the foggy anxiety of waiting for Dad at a campground. It provides a gentle mirror for those big, messy feelings of impatience. The story follows Jack as he tries to master his new kite while staying with a host family. Through near-disasters and failed attempts, the book validates that sometimes things don't work the first time, and that is okay. It is a perfect choice for preschool and early elementary children, offering a comforting resolution where family connection and a bit of help from others turn a frustrating day into a triumphant one. Use this to normalize the 'waiting jitters' and to model how to accept help when a solo mission goes awry.
