About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is facing a high-pressure moment, like a big game or a school performance, and is paralyzed by the fear of making a public mistake. It is an ideal choice for the student who struggles with perfectionism or feels like their own body or nerves are betraying them at the worst possible time. In this tenth installment of the George Brown, Class Clown series, George is the catcher for his school baseball team during the championship game. The story centers on the 'super burp,' a magical, uncontrollable force that causes George to behave in wild, unpredictable ways. Through slapstick humor and sports action, the book explores how to handle embarrassment and find your footing when things go off the rails. It is perfectly pitched for 6 to 9 year olds who appreciate potty humor but also need a gentle lesson on teamwork and resilience.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The book is lighthearted and secular. It touches on performance anxiety and the fear of social humiliation, but does so through a fantastical lens. The resolution is realistic regarding sportsmanship but hopeful regarding George's ability to handle his 'affliction.'
