About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is feeling the sting of school-day embarrassment or feels like their family is just too 'weird' compared to everyone else's. It is a perfect choice for the elementary student who is beginning to navigate social hierarchies and feels a mounting pressure to fit in. The story follows Weir Do as he deals with a crazy family, a new crush, and the hilarious chaos of a school pet show. At its heart, this is a story about self-acceptance and the realization that 'normal' is a myth. Through slapstick humor and relatable social anxiety, Anh Do helps children see that the things which make them different are often the things that make life fun. It is highly accessible for reluctant readers and provides a gentle, laugh-out-loud way to discuss family loyalty and the courage to be oneself in the face of peer pressure.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The book handles social anxiety and the fear of judgment in a secular, direct manner. There are no heavy traumas, but the 'mortification' of childhood is treated with genuine empathy. The resolution is hopeful and reinforces that true friends accept your baggage.
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