About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is facing the pressure of competition or struggling with the temptation to take a shortcut to win. It is a perfect choice for young readers who are navigating the social complexities of school projects and the moral weight of honesty versus achievement. The story follows Willa Quinn and her friends as they solve a series of puzzles during their school's Creativity in Motion parade, ultimately discovering that a peer has made a questionable choice in pursuit of a prize. This mystery is designed for the early middle-grade audience (ages 7 to 10), offering a low-stakes yet engaging environment to discuss integrity and teamwork. Parents will appreciate how the book models healthy conflict resolution and the importance of owning up to mistakes. It transforms a simple school adventure into a meaningful lesson on why being a person of character is the ultimate reward, far outweighing any trophy or ribbon.
