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Description
When Dave loses his first tooth, he expects the usual tooth-fairy visit, but his enterprising nature pushes him to try something different. The fairy, Afiya, is a thoroughly modern tooth fairy who must adapt to Dave's clever ideas. Together they create a new angle on the old favorite about a child's tooth and a tooth fairy.
Quick Summary
If your kid's been dragging their feet about losing a tooth or if they've already got a gap-toothed grin and want a fun story about what happens next this one actually delivers. The twist is pretty clever: Dave isn't waiting around hoping a fairy shows up, he's got a whole business plan cooking, which makes the story feel fresh even though the tooth fairy angle is a classic. Afiya, the fairy herself, is smart and resourceful rather than just magic, and the dynamic between her and Dave gives the book a playful energy that keeps things moving. At around 660 words it's a quick read for early readers, and the 2.9 level means kids getting comfortable with chapter books can tackle it mostly on their own. Parents will probably appreciate that it covers the tooth-losing milestone with humor and a little heart, without getting too saccharine or scary. If your kid liked "The Tooth Book" or other simple stories about falling teeth, this one's a fun next step it's got that same easy vibe but with a kid main character who actually has a personality and a scheme.