The Door That Wouldn't Stay Put

3rd December: What Shall We Do Today?

A Magical Adventure About Inclusion, Accessibility, and Celebrating Every Child's Unique Gifts
When a mysterious red door decorated with green beans appears on their front steps and starts moving on its own, Imani, Tommy, and Maya know they're in for another extraordinary adventure!
Following the wandering door into the magical Kingdom of Doors, the three friends discover a crisis: the King has locked himself away, threatening to make all the kingdom's doors disappear by sunset. Why? Because he can no longer climb the stairs to his perfect golden door—and if he can't use it, he believes no one deserves any doors at all.

What begins as a race against time becomes a heartwarming journey of discovery as the children learn that:

• The best solutions work for everyone, not just some people
• Every person has unique gifts to share, regardless of how they move through the world
• True inclusion means really seeing and understanding what people need
• Different abilities aren't weaknesses—they're just different ways of being amazing

Along the way, Imani, Tommy, and Maya meet unforgettable characters: Coati the ring-tailed keeper of connections, Ember the creative dragon who moves with a distinctive hop-skip, and families of all kinds searching for doors that truly fit their needs.

Perfect for children ages 6-9, this installment in the beloved "What Shall We Do Today?" series combines:
✓ Exciting magical adventure with relatable characters
✓ Important lessons about disability inclusion and accessibility
✓ Diverse representation and celebration of differences
✓ Age-appropriate introduction to empathy and understanding
✓ Action-packed storytelling that keeps young readers engaged

Ideal for:

• Parents teaching children about inclusion, diversity, and kindness
• Teachers seeking read-aloud stories for disability awareness lessons
• Homeschool families exploring social-emotional learning
• Classroom discussions about accessibility and accommodation
• Special education resource libraries
• Children who love fantasy adventures with meaningful messages

Educational themes woven throughout:
• Understanding disability and accessibility
• Celebrating neurodiversity and physical differences
• Problem-solving and critical thinking
• Teamwork and friendship
• Gratitude and compassion
• Creative thinking and adaptability
The story emphasizes that inclusion isn't about "special treatment"—it's about recognizing that when we design our world to work for everyone, we all benefit. Through the children's adventure, young readers discover that ramps help everyone, that different doesn't mean less, and that true community means making room for all.

Written with vivid sensory details, engaging sound effects, and kid-friendly language, this 3,000-word chapter book features 8 exciting chapters perfect for independent readers or family read-aloud time.
Join Imani, Tommy, and Maya as they discover that the most important door of all is the one that welcomes everyone inside!

Part of the "What Shall We Do Today?" series—where ordinary days become extraordinary adventures and every story teaches important life lessons through magical experiences.