About This Book
Reach for this book when you are facing a wall of 'No' from a child who refuses to try something new. Whether it is a vegetable, a new activity, or a trip to a local landmark, Beatrice embodies that classic preschooler stubbornness that parents know all too well. It is a perfect choice for children who are transitioning from toddlerhood to school age and are beginning to assert their own tastes and preferences. The story follows Beatrice, a young girl who insists she does not like the library, despite her older brother Henry's patient attempts to engage her. As Henry works on his report, Beatrice sulks until a chance encounter with a librarian and a dragon book changes her mind. This book celebrates the moment of 'discovery' and helps normalize the idea that sometimes we do not know we like something until we actually experience it. It is a humorous, relatable, and gentle nudge for any child stuck in a cycle of negativity.
