About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is struggling with a personality clash at school or feels a lack of sympathy for a classmate who is perceived as annoying or difficult. It serves as a gentle entry point for discussing the moral obligation we have toward others, even when we do not consider them friends. The story follows Monica, who is initially cold toward the new girl, Rhoda, but finds herself compelled to act when a mysterious note suggests Rhoda is in trouble. At just 71 pages, this chapter book is perfect for transitional readers aged 7 to 10. It explores themes of social responsibility and the internal conflict between personal dislike and ethical duty. Parents will appreciate the realistic portrayal of childhood social dynamics, where the protagonist is not a perfect hero but a relatable child learning to overcome her own biases and hesitation in order to do the right thing.
