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Reach for this book when your child is struggling with pushy peers or needs to learn how to handle difficult people without losing their cool. Aunt Nancy and the Bothersome Visitors is a clever collection of four interconnected tales featuring a sharp-witted protagonist who uses her brain rather than her brawn to manage unwelcome guests. Through humor and trickery, Aunt Nancy models how to set firm boundaries and maintain composure even when faced with the most irritating behavior. It is a perfect choice for children ages 6 to 9 who are moving into independent reading but still enjoy the rhythmic, satisfying patterns of traditional folklore. Parents will appreciate how the stories empower children to outsmart trouble with creativity and patience.
