About This Book
Reach for this book if your child is feeling discouraged by their own physical clumsiness or feels pressured by a family legacy they cannot quite meet. It is a perfect choice for the young athlete who loves the idea of the game but struggles with the actual mechanics of coordination. The story follows Jim Nasium, a boy whose very name suggests athletic greatness he does not feel he possesses, as he navigates the high stakes of school hockey and the taunts of a local bully. Through Jim's journey, the book explores themes of perseverance and the importance of finding your own rhythm regardless of outside expectations. It is an accessible, humorous chapter book for ages 6 to 9 that validates the embarrassment of being a 'hazard' while celebrating the courage it takes to keep practicing. Parents will appreciate how it models a supportive relationship with a grandparent while tackling the very real anxiety of starting a new, difficult activity.
