Sneezenesia

Reach for this book when your child is feeling overwhelmed by the pressure to remember every school rule or when they are beating themselves up for a simple lapse in memory. This absurdist tale follows Zack, a boy who sneezes so hard that his memories literally fly out of his head and stand before him as physical entities. It is a brilliant way to externalize the abstract concept of memory, making it something tangible and manageable rather than something to be feared. At its heart, the story is about identity and the resilient way children rebuild their understanding of the world. By personifying memories, the book helps kids ages 4 to 8 realize that while forgetting can be frustrating, it is also a silly, human experience. Parents will appreciate the humor and the gentle reminder that our kids are more than just the facts they have memorized: they are the sum of their experiences and their ability to keep trying.