Henry and the Red Stripes

A parent might reach for this book when their child expresses a desire to change something about themselves to be more like everyone else. Henry is a little pig who is born with bright red stripes, unlike his plain pink siblings. He feels embarrassed and tries all sorts of funny ways to hide them, from rolling in mud to wearing a long coat. This charming and humorous story gently explores themes of self-acceptance, identity, and the worry of being different. For children ages 4 to 7, it's a wonderful way to start a conversation about how the very things that make us unique are also what make us special, reframing a perceived flaw into a source of pride.