About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is going through a phase of rigid social gatekeeping or excluding others to ensure their own activities go perfectly. It is an ideal choice for the child who believes that by limiting the guest list to only those who act exactly like them, they will have more fun, only to realize that a narrow circle leads to a boring party. The story follows two witches planning a monster bash. As they reminisce about last year, they decide to ban zombies, ghosts, and vampires because they are messy or different. However, as the guest list shrinks, so does the excitement. This humorous, mildly spooky tale uses fantasy creatures as a safe metaphor for real-world exclusion. It teaches children that diversity of personality and background makes for a richer, more joyful community experience. It is perfectly suited for children ages 4 to 8 who are navigating the complexities of playground politics and inclusive friendships.
