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Reach for this book when your child is constantly performing for the family, putting on impromptu living room plays, or struggling with the 'theatrical' ups and downs of making mistakes in front of others. Fox is a quintessential extrovert who loves the limelight, but his creative endeavors often take hilarious and unexpected turns. Through three short, manageable chapters, children explore the joy of self-expression alongside the very real feelings of embarrassment and the resilience needed to keep the show going. James Marshall’s classic humor serves as a gentle mirror for the elementary-age child who is discovering their own talents and navigating social dynamics. It is an ideal choice for transitioning readers who need a laugh-out-loud experience to build their confidence. Parents will appreciate how the stories validate a child's desire for attention while modeling a lighthearted approach to the little failures that happen when we try something new.