About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is experiencing those first spikes of school-related anxiety, particularly regarding lost items or the fear of missing out on a big event. It is a perfect choice for the child who tends to worry about following the rules and feels the weight of responsibility when things go wrong. In this story, Cam uses her famous photographic memory to help her friend Eric find a missing permission slip for a zoo field trip. Beyond the mystery, the book focuses on empathy and loyalty. It models how a friend can step in to calm someone down and solve a problem through teamwork. The language is accessible for early readers, making it a gentle introduction to the mystery genre while validating the very real stress children feel about school expectations.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The book is entirely secular and safe for all audiences. The only 'stressor' is the mild social anxiety of potentially being left behind from a school event, which is resolved in a hopeful and realistic manner.
