About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is facing the anxiety of starting a new school or joining a social group where they feel like an outsider. It speaks directly to that desperate urge to reinvent oneself just to fit in, and the tangled web of lies that often follows. Jan Mark captures the humor and heartache of trying to be 'cool' when you feel anything but. This story follows Lloyd, a boy who moves to a new town and accidentally convinces his new peers that he is a talented American football player. As he struggles to maintain the ruse, the book explores themes of identity, the weight of deception, and the relief of being accepted for who you truly are. It is a funny, relatable read for children ages 8 to 12 who are navigating the complex waters of peer pressure and self-confidence.
