A few weeks ago, I came across the children’s book, A Bad Case of Stripes.  The book was originally published in 1998. Why has it taken us so long to discover it? Well, in 1998, I was knee-deep in wedding planning, and had no kids, so that’s my story and I’m sticking to it. But now you can enjoy this title along with us.
Colorful.
Beautifully illustrated.
Cute story.
With a message.
What more could you want from a children’s book?
And I think what I love most of all?
Is that it doesn’t talk down to children. I hate children’s books that purposely water down the “big words” so younger children can fully understand it. Why not use some larger words, and create moments for kids to ask what the word means? Give them credit. Or even more credit.
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