What do you do when your plans don't go the way you expected?

This is a discussion prompt for Another Perfect Day by Ross MacDonald. Use it to spark conversation with your child after reading.

If you were a superhero, what would your job be when you weren't saving the world?

This is a discussion prompt for Another Perfect Day by Ross MacDonald. Use it to spark conversation with your child after reading.

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Another Perfect Day

Name: Another Perfect Day
ISBN: 9780761326595

by Ross MacDonald

Jack is a superhero having a perfect day of flying and saving the world, until he realizes everything is not quite what it seems in this clever, fun tale.

About This Book

What started out as another perfect day for a superhero performing heroic feats suddenly goes awry.

Concepts

Joy & Gratitude Resilience & Perseverance Self-Confidence & Identity Curiosity & Wonder Growing Up Superheroes Cooking & Food

Wonderlit Review

Ross MacDonald's "Another Perfect Day" introduces readers to Jack, a superhero and Chief Flavor Tester whose day starts off idyllically but quickly veers into the delightfully absurd. This picture book offers a humorous look at how even the most perfect plans can go hilariously awry. It's a lighthearted story that subtly models adaptability and a positive attitude when faced with unexpected changes. Ideal for children aged 4-8, it serves as pure entertainment and a gentle way to open conversations about dealing with minor disappointments. Parents will appreciate its playful tone and quick read-aloud format, perfect for a bedtime story or a quick pick-me-up.