About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is starting to navigate independent play at the park or school and needs a boost of confidence to handle 'bossy' peers. It is the perfect tool for a child who is naturally observant and needs to see that being a leader does not mean being the loudest person in the room, but rather the person who stands up for what is right. Inspired by the authors' own daughter, the story follows Shady Baby as she heads to the park for a day of fun. When she encounters some older kids who are not playing fair or being kind, she uses her 'side-eye' and firm boundaries to set things straight. It is a playful, stylish, and empowering read that models how to say 'no' and how to be an ally to others. Parents will appreciate the way it frames self-assuredness as a positive trait for young girls, specifically within a vibrant, contemporary Black family context. It is ideal for ages 4 to 8, helping them understand that their feelings and boundaries are valid.
