About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is feeling self conscious about their family's quirks or struggling to find their footing in a new social environment. It is the perfect remedy for the 'I am the only weirdo here' blues. The story follows Weir Do, a boy with an unfortunate name and an even more eccentric family, as he navigates the minefield of starting a new school. Through humorous illustrations and a lighthearted diary format, it tackles the anxiety of being judged and the eventual realization that everyone has something 'weird' about them. Parents will appreciate how the book uses comedy to de-escalate social anxiety for kids aged 7 to 10. While the humor is slapstick and high energy, the underlying message is one of self acceptance and finding friends who value you for exactly who you are. It is an excellent choice for reluctant readers or children who feel the pressure to be 'cool' or 'normal' in a traditional school setting.
