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Goody, The
Lauren Child
Illustrator: Lauren Child
Ages: 6+
Published: 2021
Publisher: Orchard Books/Scholastic
ISBN: 978-1-338-78954-6
Keywords: SEL, siblings, behavior, families, individuality, labels
A complex problem - the peril of parental expectations becoming self-fulfilling prophecies - is presented in a truthful, humorous and relatable way. Expressive collage art. Great discussion prompts.