About This Book
Reach for this book when your child has made a mistake that affected someone else and needs to understand how to make it right. It is a perfect tool for discussing the transition from a quick 'I'm sorry' to the long-term work of being a reliable friend. Through the story of Lizard, who accidentally injures Skunk while dancing, the book explores the weight of making a promise and the patience required to fulfill it. Cynthia Rylant uses humor and gentle animal characters to model accountability without being preachy. It is an ideal bridge for early readers (ages 6 to 9) who are navigating the complexities of social contracts and the reality that apologies sometimes come with chores. Parents will appreciate how it validates the difficulty of staying committed to a task even when it stops being fun.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The book is entirely secular and handles the minor injury metaphorically as a vehicle for social responsibility. There are no heavy themes of permanent disability or serious harm; the focus remains on the social obligation of the 'debt' owed after an accident.
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