February 27 2011- in honor of my niece Taylor’s 9th birthday this week, here’s a book with a great message.
Bad Case of Stripes by David Shannon
I love childrens books, I’ve been blessed to have worked with some wonderful children’s librarians and thanks to them I discovered authors to share with my nieces….i love this book because it lets everyone know that it’s ok to be different and not like what everyone else likes… A girl named Camilla Cream loves lima beans but doesn't want to eat them because she wants to fit in. One day she wakes up to discover stripes on her body. Her parents then call the doctor, who issues his verdict: she can still go to school. Unfortunately, once there, the other kids taunt her by calling out colors so that her color changes. It goes on and on and the conclusion is wonderful!
The story and art work are endearing and delightful.
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