The Rock Boss

Reach for this book when your child is struggling with playground politics or a peer who tends to dominate playtime. It is an essential resource for children who are learning to navigate the fine line between being a leader and being a bossy friend. Through a humorous school-based lens, the story explores what happens when one student tries to claim ownership over a shared space in the schoolyard. This early chapter book provides a safe, low-stakes environment to discuss social boundaries and the importance of fairness. It helps children identify the feelings of frustration that arise when they are excluded, while also modeling how to reclaim their space with confidence and wit. It is a perfect choice for preschool and early elementary students who are just beginning to manage independent social interactions without constant adult intervention.