About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is grappling with the sting of being overlooked or feeling like they have been replaced by a peer. It is a perfect choice for navigating those first big waves of envy that occur when a friend or family member receives an honor your child desperately wanted for themselves. The story follows the spunky and often unfiltered Junie B. Jones as she deals with the devastating news that she won't be the flower girl at her aunt's wedding. As Junie B. navigates her frustration and tries to find a new way to shine, the book offers a humorous yet very real look at childhood jealousy and the struggle to behave with grace when things do not go your way. It is an excellent tool for normalizing big feelings and opening up a conversation about how to handle disappointment without losing your cool.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The book deals with social envy and familial competition in a secular, realistic way. The resolution is grounded in reality: Junie B. does not get her way, but she finds a way to participate that satisfies her need for inclusion.
