If I Were in Charge of the World and Other Worries
Sale price
$958
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 1981

If I Were in Charge of the World and Other Worries

By Judith Viorst, Lynne Cherry (Illustrator)

Explore poems that capture the struggles of secrets, apologies, and heartaches.

4.1/5 Goodreads · 714 ratings
56 pages
$9.99Save 4%

In stock. Also at Amazon or Bookshop.

Bookroo's summary

Dive into a world of relatable poems that tackle the challenges of apologies, secrets, and heartaches with humor and insight. Whether you're dealing with a crush or a broken heart, these verses offer comfort and laughter, resonating with both children and adults. Discover the universal experiences that connect us all, and find solace in the shared journey of growing up and navigating emotions.

From the publisher

If you’ve ever had trouble apologizing or keeping a secret, had a crush or a broken heart, there’s a poem here for you! Written with humor and understanding, Judith Viorst’s poems are certain to delight children and adults alike– and be read again and again.

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
56
Reading age
7–10
Audience
Juvenile Reader
For readers who can't stop at one

The next favorite is already out there.

Age-appropriate books selected to help their love of reading grow, delivered right to their door.

Find their book club
Bookroo club box with books for growing readers
The author

More from Judith Viorst

Explore Judith's bookshelf
Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day
Series
Sale price
$999

Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day

Ages 6–9 · 1972

What Are You Glad About? What Are You Mad About?

Ages 6–9 · 2016

When I'm Sleepy

Ages 4–8 · 1985

The Tenth Good Thing About Barney

Ages 6–9 · 1971
Your next read

Books that feel like this one

See all similar books

The Classic Treasury of Aesop's Fables

Ages 6–8 · 2007

The Girl Who Cried Flowers

Ages 8–11 · 1974

My Thoughts Are Clouds

Ages 8–12 · 2021

Symmetry

2006

To Burp or Not to Burp

Ages 7–10 · 2016

My Name Is Maria Isabel

Ages 7–10 · 1993

The Dunderheads

Ages 7–10 · 2009

The Gremlins

Ages 8–12 · 1943
The fine print

Book details

Publication
Published
October 1, 1984
First published
January 1, 1981
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780689707704

Surprise a reader with their next favorite book.

Spotted a mistake or something missing? Improve this page.

Are you the author or illustrator? Claim your book.

Bookroo

Book Clubs

Follow Bookroo