About This Book
Reach for this book when your child feels like their kindness is being overlooked or when they are struggling to fit in with a group that seems unappreciative. It is an ideal choice for the sensitive child who remains optimistic despite social setbacks. The story follows Gumluck, a small, earnest wizard who lives in a hill and desperately wants to be a hero to the citizens of Harvestville. Despite the townspeople being quite ungrateful and even a bit mean, Gumluck never loses his helpful spirit or his hope that he can make a difference. This delightful chapter book explores themes of perseverance, the true meaning of heroism, and finding one's tribe. Through Gumluck's bumbling but sincere efforts, children learn that being a hero isn't about grand accolades or looking the part; it is about the quiet, persistent choice to be kind. It is perfectly pitched for newly independent readers who enjoy humor and light fantasy, offering a gentle way to discuss social dynamics and self worth.
