About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is begging for a pet or a toy they are not quite ready for, or when you want to explore the concept of 'be careful what you wish for' through humor. It is an ideal choice for addressing the gap between a child's fantasy of responsibility and the messy, chaotic reality of actually caring for something living. The story follows a young boy who wishes on a coin and receives a unicorn, only to discover that mythical creatures are incredibly high maintenance. From glittery bathroom accidents to destructive 'sparkle' parties, the book uses absurdist humor to teach lessons about boundaries and the work required to maintain a household. It is perfectly pitched for the 4 to 8 age range, offering a lighthearted way to discuss accountability without being preachy.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The book is secular and lighthearted. It deals with the 'rejection' of a pet, but since the pet is a mythical, destructive force, the departure is framed as a necessary boundary rather than an abandonment. The resolution is humorous and cyclical.
