Francine Poulet Meets the Ghost Raccoon

Reach for this book when your child experiences a sudden crisis of confidence or feels like a failure after a mistake. Francine Poulet is the greatest animal control officer in Glimmerford, but when she encounters a screaming raccoon she cannot catch, she loses her sense of identity and quits her job. This quirky, absurdist tale uses a funny ghost story to explore very real feelings of shame and the courage required to try again. It is a perfect choice for primary schoolers who are perfectionists or those struggling with the fear of not being good enough. Parents will appreciate how Kate DiCamillo validates a child's internal struggle through a whimsical, low stakes adventure that ultimately celebrates resilience.