About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is grappling with the exhaustion of being a good boy or girl and needs to know that their wilder, authentic impulses are still okay. This classic mid-century tale follows a very polite tiger who lives in a zoo and prides himself on his impeccable manners. When he finally gets the chance to go to a party with children, he discovers that the expectations of the human world are very different from the quiet life he imagined for himself. It is a gentle, sophisticated exploration of the tension between social performance and true identity. Perfect for preschool and early elementary children, this story offers a comforting message that you can be good while still being true to your own nature, even if that nature is a bit messy or loud. It normalizes the feeling of not quite fitting in, even when you are trying your absolute best.
