About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is struggling with a changing friendship or witnessing a peer take unnecessary risks to prove themselves. It is an ideal choice for the young reader who is beginning to realize that growing up sometimes means growing apart from old friends who no longer share the same values or respect for others. The story follows Charlie as he navigates the arrival of his old friend Rick, whose new reckless attitude on the slopes creates a rift between them. Through the lens of snowboarding and winter sports, the book explores themes of sportsmanship, peer pressure, and the courage it takes to stand up for your friends. At just 64 pages, it is an accessible chapter book for late elementary students that models how to handle social friction with integrity and common sense.
