We Do What We Have To Do

We Do What We Have To Do

Josiah has big dreams – football stardom, skate park tricks, and epic LEGO cities. But when schoolwork, chores, and unfinished homework start piling up, he faces a tough truth: fun doesn’t just happen, it’s earned. In We Do What We Have To Do , author Jamie Klotz invites young readers into Josiah’s world where sticky notes become wisdom, teachers turn into goal coaches, and every choice is a chance to grow. With warmth, humor, and relatable moments, this short chapter book gently teaches kids how responsibility, planning, and perseverance pave the way to the things they love most. Perfect for ages 6-9, this story blends everyday school challenges with empowering lessons about self-discipline, goal-setting, and pride in effort. Whether it is finishing a math worksheet or choosing homework over video games, Josiah’s journey shows that doing what we have to do can be the first step toward everything we want to do.