About This Book
Reach for this book when you want to show your child that their unique physical traits or 'bigness' can be a source of great kindness rather than a clumsy obstacle. It is a gentle seasonal story that helps children understand how to be helpful members of their community while celebrating the joy of giving to others. In this festive adventure, Tiny the extra-large dog and his owner Eliot visit a senior center to spread holiday cheer. When they discover the center's Christmas tree is stuck on a broken-down truck, Tiny uses his impressive size and strength to save the day. It is an ideal read for preschoolers that reinforces themes of empathy, volunteerism, and creative problem-solving in a warm, low-stress holiday setting.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The book is secular and festive. It features a senior center, which introduces the concept of elderly care in a very positive, community-focused light. There are no heavy topics; the 'crisis' is a broken-down truck.
