About This Book
Reach for this book when your child starts noticing the gap between what they have and what their peers are wearing, or when they feel the heavy weight of being left out because of a family budget. It is an essential tool for navigating the 'I want' phase with empathy rather than shame. The story follows Jeremy, a young boy who desperately wants the trendy sneakers everyone else has, only to find that even when he gets them, they don't quite fit his life or his feet. This is a quiet, powerful exploration of the difference between 'wants' and 'needs' and the dignity found in generosity. It is perfectly pitched for elementary-aged children who are beginning to navigate social status through material goods. Parents will appreciate how it validates a child's desire to fit in while gently shifting the focus toward the value of community and the warmth of a loving home.
