About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is feeling anxious about a new environment or struggling to understand why a peer might be acting 'skittish' or defensive. It is a gentle entry point for discussing trauma and the slow process of building trust. The story follows Trump, a clever veterinary dog, as she helps a terrified stray kitten named Magnus overcome his fear of dogs and find a permanent home. Through Trump's perspective, children learn about empathy and the importance of looking past surface-level behaviors to find the root of someone's fear. This early chapter book is perfect for 7 to 10 year olds who love animal rescue stories. It provides a comforting roadmap for how to be a 'safe person' for someone who has been hurt, emphasizing patience, observation, and kindness over quick fixes.
