About This Book
Reach for this book when you notice a child feeling overshadowed by a sibling or when a family member is putting too much pressure on performance over participation. It is a helpful tool for addressing the unintentional favoritism or tunnel vision that can happen in busy families, especially surrounding youth sports. The story follows the Bear family as Papa Bear focuses all his energy on coaching Brother Bear for the big baseball game, completely failing to see that Sister Bear has the talent and desire to play too. It explores themes of gender fairness, the joy of the game, and the importance of parental validation. This gentle chapter book is ideal for ages 4 to 8, providing a safe space to discuss how it feels when someone is left out and how to speak up for oneself.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The book deals with gender bias and parental neglect in a secular, direct manner. The resolution is hopeful and realistic, as Papa acknowledges his mistake and changes his behavior.
