Double Trouble

A parent might reach for this book when the sounds of sibling squabbling have become the house's unofficial soundtrack. If you're tired of breaking up arguments over which game to play or whose turn it is, 'Double Trouble' offers a delightful and gentle intervention. The story follows pirate twins, Pip and Pop, who have a treasure map but can't agree on anything, leading to comical mishaps. Through their bickering and eventual need to cooperate, the book cleverly models compromise and the power of teamwork. Appropriate for children aged 4 to 7, this book uses the exciting theme of a pirate adventure to make its message about getting along feel like pure fun, not a lesson. It normalizes the feelings of frustration that come with sharing and collaborating, while showing a positive path forward. It's an excellent choice for a lighthearted storytime that also reinforces the idea that things work out much better (and are more fun) when we work together.