Wicked Marigold

Reach for this book when your child feels overshadowed by a sibling's success or struggles with the label of being the difficult child in the family. Princess Marigold feels invisible next to her perfect, newly returned sister, leading her to believe that if she cannot be good, she must be wicked. This charming fantasy uses humor and magic to explore the heavy feeling of not belonging within one's own home. It is a perfect choice for middle grade readers who are beginning to navigate their own complex identities, offering a comforting reminder that being different is not the same as being bad. Through Marigold's disastrous yet hilarious attempt to become a villain, children learn that they have the power to define themselves regardless of family expectations.