About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is navigating the messy intersection of different social circles or struggling to balance competing priorities. It is an ideal choice for the middle-schooler who feels like they have to choose between being the 'brainy kid' and the 'sporty kid,' offering a humorous look at how divergent interests can actually bring a community together. The story follows Milo, whose science project, a chicken named Henrietta, accidentally becomes the mascot for the school's struggling hockey team. As the chicken's fate hangs between a laboratory conclusion and a team victory, the book explores themes of teamwork, ethics, and social dynamics. Parents will appreciate the lighthearted approach to building empathy and the way it validates the diverse passions of young adolescents. It is a fast-paced, funny read that normalizes the idea that everyone has a unique role to play in a community.
