Myrtle the Monster

Name: Myrtle the Monster
ISBN: 9781386903857

Myrtle the Monster Series

For the child who feels like an outsider or worries they don't fit the mold. Myrtle's journey helps little ones embrace their unique sparkle and find belonging.

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About This Book

Reach for this book when your child expresses worry about being different or feels like they do not fit in with their peers. Myrtle the Monster is a gentle, relatable story about a little monster who feels like an outsider because she is not scary enough to be a typical monster. It speaks directly to the universal childhood fear of rejection and the desire for belonging. Through Myrtle's journey, the book explores themes of self-confidence and the beauty of being unique. It is perfectly pitched for toddlers and preschoolers, offering a comforting reminder that they are loved exactly as they are. This is a wonderful choice for parents looking to build their child's self-esteem and normalize the feeling of being a bit different from the crowd.

Loneliness & Belonging Being Different Monsters Self-Confidence & Identity Making Friends Friendship & Social Friendship & Loyalty Humor

What Parents Should Know

Sad ThemesMild

Brief moments of loneliness and feeling left out.

Sensitive Topics

The book deals with identity and social exclusion through a metaphorical lens. There are no heavy real-world traumas; instead, it uses the monster trope to represent the feeling of not meeting social expectations. The resolution is highly hopeful and affirming.