About This Book
Reach for this book when your child feels the weight of your expectations or struggles to express a part of themselves that doesn't fit the family mold. Nick is a creative soul living at a strict military academy where his father is the commanding officer. While his father wants a soldier, Nick finds his voice through 'Frankenlouse,' a comic strip about the very lice he's supposed to be exterminating. It is a quirky, poignant look at the tension between military-style discipline and the messy, beautiful world of art. This story is ideal for middle-graders navigating their own identities. It offers a safe space to explore the fear of disappointing a parent and the courage required to be authentic. Though it features some eccentric humor, the core is a relatable, emotional journey about finding common ground when two people see the world in fundamentally different ways.
