About This Book
Reach for this book when the morning routine has devolved into a power struggle and you need a way to laugh about it together. It speaks directly to the fierce desire for autonomy in young children, specifically those who express their independence by saying 'no' to the most basic requests like putting on a coat. It is an essential tool for parents navigating the 'terrible twos' or headstrong preschool years. The story follows Thomas, a young boy who refuses to wear his new brown snowsuit. As his mother, teacher, and principal all try to intervene, the situation spirals into a ridiculous, slapstick comedy where clothes end up on the wrong people. It validates a child's feelings of frustration with adult authority while using absurdist humor to de-escalate the tension of real-life power struggles. It is a perfect lighthearted choice for ages 3 to 7.
