Books like Me and the weirdos by Jane Sutton
Cindy, a ten-year-old, feels embarrassed by what she labels her parents as "weird." As the story unfolds, she gradually sees the unique qualities that make her family special, learning to accept and appreciate them rather than judge them. This gentle tale explores how children learn to value individuality within the family.
First publish date: 1981
Genre: Children's Fiction/Early Readers
Authors: Jane Sutton
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