About This Book
Reach for this book when your child feels self-conscious about being different, whether it is because of their family's financial situation, their clothes, or their parent's occupation. This classic story addresses the sting of being teased by peers and offers a beautiful solution rooted in family pride and creative resilience. Louie is hurt when friends mock his father's job as a junk man, but his father helps him see that 'junk' is actually the raw material for infinite adventures. Ezra Jack Keats uses his iconic collage style to show how a backyard scrap heap can become a vessel for a cosmic journey. It is a perfect choice for children ages 4 to 8 who are beginning to navigate social hierarchies and need to see that imagination is a superpower that can elevate them above any circumstance. Ultimately, it is a heartwarming testament to the bond between a father and son and the dignity found in seeing the world differently.
