The Sandbox

Reach for this book when your child is struggling with the transition from duo-play to group-play, or when they have difficulty welcoming a new friend into an established game. It is an essential tool for navigating those common playground moments where 'two is company, three is a crowd.' The story follows Tim and Johnny, who are deep in their own imaginative world in the sandbox until Kylie asks to join. By highlighting the boys' initial resistance and the gentle intervention of an adult, the book models how to expand a circle of friendship without losing the fun of the original game. It is a realistic and age-appropriate exploration of fairness, inclusion, and the social dynamics of early elementary school life.