Spare Parts

Name: Spare Parts
ISBN: 9781626726161

For the child learning to value their unique qualities or who needs encouragement to see beauty in the unconventional, this story celebrates what makes us different.

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About This Book

A parent might reach for this book when their child is feeling like an outsider or expressing that they are "weird" or "different." This charming story introduces Rho, a lonely robot assembled from mismatched spare parts. He feels out of place until he discovers a vibrant city full of other unique robots who celebrate their unconventional construction. It’s a warm, uplifting tale about loneliness, belonging, and the joy of finding a community that values you for exactly who you are. With its bold collage art and gentle humor, this book is perfect for preschoolers who need to hear that their quirks are what make them wonderful.

Self-Confidence & Identity Being Different Robots Humor Loneliness & Belonging Joy & Gratitude Making Friends Art & Creativity

What Parents Should Know

Sad ThemesMild

The main character experiences loneliness at the beginning of the story before finding friends.

Sensitive Topics

The core theme is identity and the feeling of "being different." The approach is metaphorical, using robots to explore the universal human experience of being an outsider. The resolution is entirely hopeful and positive. It presents a complete acceptance and celebration of individuality within a community, avoiding any ambiguity or realistic hardship in the process.