Chandler begins receiving secret messages telling her how to help kids at her school. But can her efforts really make a difference?
This charming illustrated story about friendship and solution seeking will enchant children of all ages. They will follow along as certain blessed pillows belonging to Chandler's grandmother send Chandler on a quest-to intervene in a fight between the school bully, Beast Bailey, and his favorite victim, a shy boy named Louey. Chandler wants to help, but she doesn't think she can do it alone. So she enlists the help of her friends Sophie, Max, and Ray Ray, forming a group they call the Solution Seekers, and together they find a way to stop Beast from hurting Louey-along the way discovering the truth behind Beast's hostility.
Chandler's story teaches children to look beyond first impressions and think about why bullying occurs. Chandler's teacher, Mr. Miracle, gives Chandler four rules to follow:
- Be truthful.
- Be a leader.
- Be brave and accept consequences.
- Be a solution seeker.
Chandler will have to keep these lessons in mind as she shows kindness to both Louey and Beast. Her problem's surprising solution will help children deal with challenges in their own lives.
About the Author: Sherry Miracle Finnerty has spent twenty-five years as a professional school counselor. Focusing on character education during her educational career, she has endeavored to show students that they can make a positive difference in the world. She was nominated for the Indiana Counselor of the Year award in 2014.
Finnerty has also taught drama classes, sung in the church choir, sponsored after-school activities, and formed leadership teams that included Natural Helpers, TEAM LEAD, and Brickie Leaders. This work inspired her to begin writing her new children's book series. Finnerty's latest leadership group was given the World Wide Rachel's Challenge Kindness Award in 2016.
Finnerty received her bachelor's degree from Indiana University and her master's degree from Purdue University. She has three grown children and two grandsons and lives with her husband in Hobart, Indiana. She enjoys acting and has appeared in commercials, on billboards, and as an extra in a movie.
