About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is feeling overwhelmed by a task or struggling with the frustration of being disorganized. It is a gentle, poetic remedy for the 'I can't do it' moments that often stem from a lack of executive functioning skills. The story follows Miss Poppy, a well-meaning pig whose kitchen is a mess and whose baking plans are falling apart, until her community steps in to help. It celebrates the idea that we do not have to be perfect or do everything alone to achieve a sweet result. With its rhythmic prose and whimsical illustrations, it is an ideal choice for children ages 4 to 8 who are learning to navigate social cooperation and the value of asking for help. Parents will appreciate how it reframes 'disorganized' as 'needing a hand' rather than a character flaw.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
It touches metaphorically on executive dysfunction or neurodivergence through Miss Poppy's 'disorganization,' but the story maintains a lighthearted tone and offers a hopeful, community-based resolution.
Ideal Reader
A first or second grader who frequently loses their belongings or feels defeated by multi-step chores. This child needs to see that everyone has strengths and can contribute to something beautiful, even when things don't go perfectly.
