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Description
Rachel likes all of Gran's buttons, until she sees the purple buttons at the bottom of the tin. Are they as unlucky as she thinks?
Quick Summary
If you've got a kid who loves rummaging through grandma's craft drawer, this story will feel like a cozy treasure hunt. Rachel's fascination with Gran's colorful buttons turns into a tiny worry when she spots the purple ones and wonders if they're cursed, giving the book a gentle dose of suspense that never gets too scary. The narrative is short enough for early readers to tackle on their own, but the warm bond between Rachel and Gran makes it a great bedtime read, too. Parents will appreciate the subtle lesson about not letting small fears take over, while kids will enjoy the satisfying ending where the mystery of the purple buttons is cleared up in a friendly way. It feels a lot like another early-grade favorite, "The Button Box," but with its own cozy, slightly superstitious twist.