Books like Crazy Hair Day by Barney Saltzberg
When Stanley learns about Crazy Hair Day at his school, his excitement grows until he realizes he has the wrong date.
That small mistake forces him to navigate the day’s expectations and expectations of others.
The book follows Stanley as he discovers the realities of school events and the importance of double‑checking details.
First publish date: 2003
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Barney Saltzberg
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