About This Book
In this graphic novel installment of the popular Baby-Sitters Little Sister series, seven-year-old Karen Brewer faces a relatable childhood dilemma: a bad haircut. Already feeling self-conscious about her glasses and losing baby teeth, Karen hopes a new hairstyle will make her feel glamorous. However, the haircut goes awry, leaving her feeling devastated and anxious about her friends' reactions at school. This story gently explores themes of self-image, peer perception, and resilience, making it ideal for early elementary readers navigating their own insecurities and physical changes. It's a heartwarming and humorous look at finding confidence even when things don't go as planned.
Another graphic novel in this fun series spin-off of The Baby-sitters Club, featuring Kristy's little stepsister! Karen feels like an ugly duckling. She already has to wear glasses, and now her baby teeth are falling out, too. Fortunately, she knows exactly what will make her look glamorous -- a new haircut. But the beauty parlor lady cuts Karen's hair all wrong! Karen is devastated and worried about what the kids at school will say. Can Karen get back to feeling like her usual confident self?
Discussion Prompts
1
Have you ever had a haircut or worn something new that made you feel different? How did you feel?
2
Karen was worried about what her friends would say. Why do you think we sometimes care so much about what other people think?
3
What are some ways Karen could have handled her feelings after the bad haircut? What would you do?
4
Karen learns to feel confident again. What does 'being confident' mean to you, and how can we practice it?
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