"This book tackles subject matter not often touched upon in picture books and handles it in an entertaining, gentle way."

Booklist

"Penelope’s quirks are charming. Those who have issues similar to Penelope’s will appreciate this title."

School Library Journal

Penelope Perfect is a must-read for anyone who has ever had trouble accepting the fact that everyone makes mistakes sometimes.”

“I’d never been late for anything. I just knew this would be a bad day.” When Penelope oversleeps, her daily routine gets thrown for a loop. From wearing mismatched socks to receiving her first-ever “B,” will “Penelope Perfect” survive this imperfect day?   This encouraging story told in cheerful rhyme will speak to kids who deal with perfectionism or other forms of anxiety. The book concludes with tips and information to help parents, teachers, counselors, and other adults foster dialogue with children about overcoming perfectionism and coping when things don’t go according to plan.
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Penelope has a penchant for perfection, until a topsy-turvy day helps her learn to let go of perfect and just be herself

Produktdetaljer

ISBN
9781631980473
Publisert
2015-08-20
Utgiver
Vendor
Free Spirit Publishing Inc.,U.S.
Vekt
181 gr
Høyde
254 mm
Bredde
203 mm
Dybde
5 mm
Aldersnivå
Y, 03
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Heftet
Antall sider
48

Forfatter
Illustratør

Biographical note

Shannon Anderson is an award-winning children's book author, TEDx speaker, and national presenter. She loves to do author visits to teach the power of reading, writing, and learning with a growth mindset. Shannon taught for 25 years from first grade through college level, where she wore the hats of literacy coach, gifted coordinator, and adjunct professor. She lives in Indiana. You can learn more about her and her books at www.shannonisteaching.com.


Katie Kath is an international award-winning freelance illustrator who creates book and magazine artwork for children of all ages, as well as for young adults.

She currently lives in the rolling hills of North Carolina with her husband and their cat, and she tries not to be a perfectionist—sometimes.