I Do Not Like Yolanda

Written by Zoey Abbott

Bianca fears the post office clerk. Can kindness change her mind?

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44 pages· AD630L

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Bookroo's summary

Bianca loves stamps but dreads Yolanda, the post office clerk. Stuck in Yolanda's line, Bianca braces for a terrifying encounter. Will she survive the scowls and claws, or will Yolanda surprise her? As Bianca musters the courage to ask about Yolanda's weekend, she discovers a delightful side to her. This charming tale explores overcoming fears and the power of kindness, challenging assumptions and revealing unexpected friendships. Can Bianca's bravery transform her perception of Yolanda, or will her fears prevail?

From the publisher

Bianca likes stamps and writing letters and going to the post office. . . she does not like Yolanda, who works there. A relatable story about facing your fears and giving people a second chance for fans of Miss Nelson Is Missing and My Teacher is a Monster. When Bianca gets stuck in Yolanda’s line at the post office, she expects the worst: scowls, claws, teeth . . . This is what she gets for having a five-letter day. She might not survive . . . Or will Yolanda surprise her? This hilarious story explores fear and kindness, in that order, when Bianca decides to overcome her terror and ask Yolanda very nicely how her weekend was… and learns that Yolanda is not scary, she’s a delight! A truly lovely book about questioning your assumptions and reaching out to another person, no matter how scary they might be.

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