A Bad Case of Stripes

Written & illustrated by David Shannon

A girl wakes up with stripes and struggles to cope with the reactions of those around her

6.0/7 Bookroo experts·4.3/5 Goodreads · 89,172 ratings

32 pages· 1,435 words· Est. 12 min read-aloud

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Bookroo's summary

Camilla Cream is desperate to fit in, avoiding her beloved lima beans to please her peers. But when her fear of judgment manifests in a wild, colorful transformation, Camilla must confront her true self. Will she embrace her uniqueness or remain trapped by others' expectations? Discover the whimsical journey of self-acceptance and the surprising power of being true to oneself.

From the publisher

In order to ensure her popularity, Camilla Cream always does what is expected, until the day arrives when she no longer recognizes herself.

At a glance

Format
Pages: 32
Words: 1,435
Reading age: 4–8
Audience: Picture
Lexile: AD610L

Themes & topics

Books about being different Books about self-discovery Books about being yourself Books about self-esteem Books about self-esteem and self-reliance

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What readers & critics say

Reviews

6.0

out of 7

5.5

“This colorful book has become a modern classic, and for good reason! It has a great message about being yourself and fitting in, and it's delightfully and colorfully delivered. The story is an important and complicated one, but it's told in a way that lets even preschoolers relate.”

Lauren Hancock

Trusted reviewer

6.5

“A Bad Case of Stripes is a great example of a children's book that teaches an important lesson to children (and adults) in an understandable, approachable, and memorable way. If you or your young reader could use some encouragement to be true to yourselves, this book could be just the answer.”

The Goodfather

Trusted reviewer

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