About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is struggling with the frustrating wait-time of adult conversations or when you feel the tension rising during a quick errand turned long. It perfectly captures the agonizing crawl of time from a child's perspective, validating their boredom and impatience without shaming them for their big feelings. The story follows a young girl named Molly who is desperate to get to the park, only to be thwarted by her parents' endless chatting with a neighbor. It navigates themes of patience, frustration, and the wild power of imagination that can spark when we are forced to wait. This is a humorous, relatable choice for families navigating the daily transitions of the preschool and early elementary years, offering a shared laugh over a universal parenting struggle. It highlights the gap between adult social needs and a child's urgent sense of play, ultimately modeling how humor can bridge that divide.
