About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is feeling anxious about starting school or feels like they do not quite fit in with the group. While Emily Elizabeth excels at traditional classroom tasks, Clifford tries his best to participate in his own oversized way. It is a gentle exploration of belonging and finding one's unique contributions in a structured environment. The story follows Clifford as he joins Emily Elizabeth for a day at school, where his giant size leads to both challenges and humorous successes. The book emphasizes loyalty and the joy of trying new things, even if you do it differently than others. It is perfectly pitched for preschoolers and kindergartners who are learning the ropes of the classroom and need to see that 'different' can also be 'helpful.'
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
This is a secular, gentle story. While it touches on 'being different,' it does so through the metaphor of Clifford's size rather than a specific disability or identity. The resolution is hopeful and affirming.
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Clifford the Big Red Dog
It's Pool Time!
Clifford Gets a Job
Clifford the Small Red Puppy
Big Red School
Clifford Takes a Trip
Clifford Takes a Trip
Clifford's Halloween
Clifford's Tricks
Clifford's Good Deeds
Clifford at the Circus
Clifford Loves Me
Clifford at the Circus
Clifford Goes to Hollywood
Clifford's Manners
Clifford's Family
Clifford's Best School Day
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