A stand-alone book from the ‘Pearly and Pig’ series set in the jungles of South East Asia. Pearly’s anxiety that she may be hindering her parents’ and grandfather’s quest are voiced but overcome with reference to her grandfather’s ‘Rules and Guidelines for Young Adventurers’. Pearly consistently embeds these guidelines in her actions and self-talk.
They provide clear and specific support that could be incorporated by any reader living with anxiety or self-doubt. The book is skilfully crafted, using wit, multilingual speakers and descriptive, well-constructed sentences to extend the reader’s knowledge of writing and of their world. Maintaining a consistent tone throughout and with relatable characters, this book successfully explores themes of respect, anxiety, self-belief, challenge and letting go.