About This Book
Reach for this book when your child feels like an outsider or struggles with the pressure to fit into a certain social mold. It is a perfect choice for kids who find joy in the messy, the mechanical, and the unconventional, providing a safe space to explore the idea that being different is actually a superpower. Based on the feature film The Boxtrolls, the story follows Eggs, a human boy raised by quirky, subterranean tinkerers. When an elitist villain threatens his family to climb the social ladder of Cheesebridge, Eggs must team up with a bold new friend to save his home. The book touches on themes of found family, the absurdity of social status, and the importance of looking past appearances. It is a lighthearted yet meaningful way to show children that their worth isn't defined by fancy clothes or 'proper' behavior, but by their kindness and creativity.
