2024
WISE Score
Amazon
A smart Y2K time-travel trip that trades flashy gadgets for a real look at how to stop worrying about the future.
4.6
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This isn't your typical 'save the world' time travel story. It’s better. It’s a quiet, thoughtful book that uses a boy from the future to teach us how to live in the right now.
Erin Entrada Kelly avoids the usual sci-fi tropes and instead focuses on the internal glitches we all deal with—worry, trust, and the need for control. It's a high-quality read that respects a kid's intelligence. If your child is a fan of 'When You Reach Me,' this is a must-buy.
Best for the 9-13 crowd. It’s perfect for those 'tween' years where kids start worrying more about what's coming next in their lives.
It's a grounded, emotionally resonant story about friendship and family. It models healthy ways to handle anxiety and the 'what-ifs' of life without being preachy.
The time-travel hook is clever, especially using the Y2K era as a backdrop. It asks big 'what if' questions about the future while staying rooted in a relatable past.
Standard middle-grade territory. No gore, heavy violence, or sexual content. It's a safe bet for any upper-elementary or middle-school library.
Fantastic for teaching kids about mindfulness and living in the present. It also gives a nice little history lesson on the turn of the millennium.
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