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Summary

Samuel has had a bad day at school. When he gets home, his brother, Benji, is hiding in his box because he also had a bad day. Samuel wishes sometimes that he had a box to hide in when things get hard. After Samuel spills milk and cereal everywhere, Benji comes out of his box and rolls Samuel in his blanket to help him feel better.

Mom Thoughts

This is a sweet story that will likely resonate with a child who has a sibling with autism. Not only is it a wonderful example of putting someone else first, but a helpful reminder that children with autism can show great love in different ways.

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Dig Deeper Questions

  1. Who had a bad day in this story?
  2. What do you do when you have a bad day?
  3. Why did Samuel want a box of his own?
  4. How did things end up better in the end?

At A Glance

 Number of Pages Minutes to Read
32 3

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