About This Book
For any parent whose child is navigating the frustrations of group projects or team sports, this book offers a perfect, lighthearted conversation starter. Teamwork Trouble follows friends A.J., Ryan, and Andrea as they try a very unusual sport: curling. Their excitement quickly turns to bickering as they struggle to agree on how to play. This story humorously explores common childhood challenges like managing frustration, listening to others, and learning to cooperate. Part of the wildly popular My Weird School series, its simple text, zany humor, and relatable conflict make it an excellent choice for early and even reluctant readers, showing them that working together can be both challenging and rewarding.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The book's conflict is purely interpersonal and low-stakes, centered on arguments and disagreements between friends. The approach is secular and realistic, with a clear and hopeful resolution that emphasizes the value of cooperation. There are no sensitive topics like death, divorce, or violence.
