A quirky and hilarious picture book parable about parental distraction and a daughter's clever solution. My dad is the best. We love hanging out together. Recently, he got this banana. At first, we had a great time with the banana — it does cool stuff and it’s really fun. But lately he’s spending too much time with the banana. He’s distracted, and he’s not enjoying the things he used to enjoy, like hanging out with me. I don’t think this banana is good for him. It’s time to take action. Zoey Abbott tackles parental distraction in a quirky and hilarious way in this parable about too much of a good thing. With her trademark wit and engaging illustrations, she introduces a very wise kid and a not-so-wise parent who eventually see eye to eye in a story that will delight readers of all ages.
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- 2023
- 2022
A plucky, self-determined girl gets an unexpected houseguest. Since her parents are ogres of the worst kind, Clementine is relieved when her mother is snatched by dragons and her father lost at sea in a bottle. Now she eats when she pleases, does her hair as she likes, or not. She’s happy. But when a lion appears, uninvited, in her living room, Clementine’s pleasant world is suddenly upended. After he eats all the food and wrecks the house, Clementine realizes there’s nothing she can do but leave. Or is there? Seeing her handle life with such courage and aplomb, kids will be searching for their own inner Clementine!
- 2021
I Do Not Like Yolanda
- 40 pages
- 2 hours of reading
Bianca enjoys a variety of activities, from sending letters and collecting stamps to drawing and caring for her plants. However, her dislike for Yolanda, a post office worker, poses a challenge for her special Five-Letter Day. The story revolves around Bianca's determination to overcome her feelings towards Yolanda and find a solution to ensure her day is a success.