About This Book
Reach for this book when your child starts asking questions about where our food comes from or expresses a deep, protective empathy for animals. It is a gentle entry point for discussing the ethical treatment of living creatures and the power of collective problem solving within a community. Through the lens of a school contest gone wrong, the story explores how children can advocate for those who cannot speak for themselves. In this story, Karen's class wins a live turkey for Thanksgiving and quickly realizes that the bird needs a permanent home rather than a dinner plate. As they work together to find a sanctuary, the book models responsibility, teamwork, and kindness. It is a perfect choice for 6 to 9 year olds who enjoy realistic school stories and are beginning to understand their own agency in making the world a kinder place.
