About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is navigating the social growing pains of working with new people or feeling a pinch of jealousy when a best friend branches out. It is a perfect tool for children who are beginning to experience the pressure of school competitions and the delicate balance of maintaining old friendships while forming new partnerships. In this story, Lucky chooses to partner with Maricela for a school fundraiser, leaving her best friends Pru and Abigail to team up without her. As the girls compete to raise the most money, their competitive spirits threaten their bond. This Level 2 reader provides a gentle, age-appropriate look at loyalty and accountability, making it an excellent choice for developing readers who are learning that winning isn't as important as how you treat your friends.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The book is secular and realistic within its historical setting. There are no heavy sensitive topics, though it briefly touches on the social anxiety of being 'left out' when a best friend chooses another partner.
