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Embarrassment

420 books about embarrassment

Age

0–2 3–5 6–8 9–12 13+

Boogie the Booger

Xoliswa Maunatlala

For the child who is fascinated by the 'icky' things our bodies do and parents looking to turn nose-picking into a light

Ages 3–7

Shy Charles

Rosemary Wells

For the child who observes from the sidelines and finds their own quiet way to be brave. A gentle look at social anxiety

Ages 3–7

Dancing Home

Alma Flor Ada, Gabriel M. Zubizarreta

For the child navigating the complex feelings of belonging to two cultures and learning to find pride in their family he

Ages 8–12

Dork Diaries #4

Tales from a Not-So-Graceful Ice Princess

Rachel Renee Russell

For the child navigating the highs and lows of middle school who needs to know that being yourself is more important tha

Ages 8–12

Dork Diaries #9

Tales from a Not-So-Dorky Drama Queen

Rachel Renee Russell

For the middle-schooler navigating the highs and lows of social hierarchies and the sting of a rival's betrayal.

Ages 9–13

Farticus Maximus #2

Bottomus Burps of Britannia

Felice Arena

For the child who loves silly humor and needs a reason to get excited about history. A boy uses his unconventional body

Ages 7–10

My Name Is María Isabel

Alma Flor Ada

For the child who feels invisible when their identity is overlooked. A moving story about a girl reclaiming her name and

Ages 7–10

My Undead Life

EMMA T. GRAVES

For the middle schooler who feels like an outsider, this humorous diary follows a girl navigating the awkwardness of bei

Ages 8–12

Katie Cox Goes Viral

Marianne Levy

For the child navigating a big life change who dreams of the spotlight but needs a reminder that real-life connections m

Ages 9–12

The Girls of Canby Hall #32

Who's Got a Crush on Andy?

Emily Chase

For the young reader navigating the messy emotions of their first major crush and the social tangles that come with boar

For the child navigating a parent's quirky hobbies and the stress of high-stakes competition. A funny look at how family

Ages 7–10

It's a Spoon, Not a Shovel

Caralyn Buehner

For the child learning how to navigate social situations with kindness and grace. This interactive guide uses silly scen

Ages 4–8

Bad Luck Bridesmaid

Poppy Harper

For the child who feels like things always go wrong, this story of a 'jinxed' bridesmaid offers a humorous look at overc

Ages 7–11

Hank the Cowdog #30

The Curse of the Incredible Priceless Corncob

John R. Erickson

For the child who struggles with being a bit too gullible or needs a laugh when their own big plans go sideways.

Ages 8–12

An Essential Bubblegum Guide #3

How to Spot a Disco Diva

Ged Backland, Phil Renshaw

For the child who loves a good laugh and observing social trends, this tongue-in-cheek guide uses a 'scientific' lens to

Ages 8–13

Camp Confidential #18

Just My Luck

Melissa J. Morgan

For the child who feels like everything is going wrong lately. This relatable camp story explores how to handle a run of

Ages 9–12

Dear Mom, You're Ruining My Life

Jean Van Leeuwen

For the pre-teen who suddenly finds everything their parents do deeply embarrassing, this story mirrors the awkward tran

Ages 8–12

The Longest Season The Story of the Orioles' 1988 Losing Streak

Cal Ripken (Jr.)

For the child struggling with a string of losses or feeling like they can't win. Cal Ripken Jr. shares how to keep showi

Ages 6–10

My Dad Thinks He's a Pirate

Katrina Germein

For the child who loves a good laugh and the dad who can't stop with the jokes, this pun-filled beach day celebrates qui

Ages 4–8

The Awkward Series #1

Truly Madly Awkward

Beth Garrod

For the teen feeling overwhelmed by the pressure to be 'cool,' this story offers a hilarious look at surviving social mi

Ages 11–15

Baa Baa Smart Sheep #1

Baa Baa Smart Sheep

Mark Sommerset, Rowan Sommerset

For the child who loves a cheeky prank and isn't afraid of a little 'gross-out' humor. A hilarious lesson in why we shou

Ages 4–8

Matthew Meets the Man

Travis Nichols

For the teenager who feels like every adult in their life is a hurdle, this humorous graphic novel captures the relatabi

For the teenager seeking a sense of autonomy while navigating the highs and lows of friendship, school rivalries, and gr

Ages 12–15

Agatha Parrot #3

Agatha Parrot and the Heart of Mud

Kjartan Poskitt

For the child who loves helping others but gets tangled in the details. This silly adventure follows Agatha as she navig

Ages 7–10

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