About This Book
Reach for this book when your child feels like they are the only one without a 'special thing' or when they are feeling overshadowed by high-achieving peers. It is a comforting balm for the child who watches from the sidelines, wondering where they fit in during school events or group activities. Louanne is a lovable pig who wants to participate in the school talent show but realizes she can't sing, dance, or perform like her friends. Through Louanne's journey, the book explores themes of self-worth, the pressure of comparison, and the realization that every role, even the ones behind the scenes, is vital to a group's success. It is perfectly pitched for preschoolers and early elementary students who are just beginning to navigate the social anxieties of school performances and talent-based competition.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The book deals with the internal identity crisis and minor depression (drooping spirits) that comes from social comparison. The approach is metaphorical through animal characters and entirely secular. The resolution is realistic and hopeful, focusing on functional talent rather than performance art.
