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About Make the Rules

Reach for this book when your child feels left out because they are too young for a specific activity or when a sibling is heading off to an exciting event without them. It is a perfect remedy for the 'it is not fair' blues that often hit middle-grade children as they navigate the hierarchy of growing up. The story follows best friends Ivy and Bean as they decide that if they cannot go to the exclusive big-kid camp, they will simply create their own, better version. Through their humorous attempts at first aid, music, and crafts, the book highlights the power of creative problem-solving and the joy of independent play. It validates a child's frustration while modeling how to channel that energy into something productive and hilarious. Parents will appreciate the way it encourages children to look past their boredom and see the world as a place they can shape themselves.