The Dirt Girl
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Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2023

The Dirt Girl

By Jodi Dee

A girl teased for her uniqueness becomes the most popular at school.

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32 pages
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Zafera, a nature-loving girl with twigs in her hair, faces teasing on her first school day. Unfazed, she invites classmates to her magical home, revealing her true self. Will they see her light and embrace her differences?

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When Zafera goes to school for the first time, all the children laugh and tease. But Zafera does not understand, so she just smiles. A beautiful story about shining bright because our differences are our greatest gifts. And if you do, others will eventually see your light. Many people are afraid of what is different than them, Zafera thought. But hold true to who you are, and other will eventually see your light. Being different is what makes each of us special. Zafera is a normal, beautiful little girl, yet she often has dirt on her hands and twigs in her hair. When Zafera goes to school for the first time, all the children stare and tease. Find out how she becomes the most popular girl in school!

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Format
Hardcover
Pages
32
Reading age
4–7
Audience
Picture
Themes & topics
Books about friendshipBooks about birthdaysBooks about bullyingBooks about holidaysBooks about self-esteem
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Published
October 1, 2023
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781736209332

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