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by Megan Gates (Author), Rourke Stubna (Illustrator)
Tommy wakes up excited-today is Career Day at school! But there's one small problem: he has no idea what he wants to be when he grows up. While his classmates are confidently announcing their dreams-football player, fashion designer, police officer-Tommy feels overwhelmed. So many jobs sound fun, but how is he supposed to pick just one?
Feeling a little nervous and very hungry, Tommy heads to the kitchen where his mom, a talented chef, has made him a delicious breakfast. But something unusual catches his eye: the glass of orange juice on the table is only half full. When he points it out, his mom simply says, "Maybe try a different view."
And that's when the magic begins.
As Tommy stares at the juice, his imagination takes him on a whirlwind adventure. He pictures himself as a farmer growing oranges, a doctor using vitamin C to help kids feel better, a mathematician measuring the perfect glass, and an engineer building towers with cards. He explores being a scientist mixing fizzy potions, an artist painting with bold colors, a musician making music from glasses, and even an alien studying orange juice from outer space!
Each new role excites Tommy in a different way. He loves learning, solving problems, creating things, and using his imagination. By the time the school bus arrives, he finally knows what he wants to be.
"I want to be a writer!" he exclaims. "That way, I can imagine myself doing anything!"
With a full glass of orange juice and a heart full of ideas, Tommy steps onto the bus ready for Career Day. This delightful story reminds kids that it's okay not to have all the answers-and that imagination, curiosity, and creativity can lead to endless possibilities
