The Upside Down Girl

Written and illustrated by Keith Negley

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$19.99

$18.99

4 - 8

Reading age

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May 5, 2026

Publication date

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What's This Book About

Publisher Summary

From the acclaimed creator of Mary Wears What She Wants and Tough Guys (Have Feelings Too) comes a silly and sly investigation of what happens when one girl dares to do her own thing.Who is the Upside Down Girl?How did she get up there?Most importantly . . . Why is she upside down?This cheeky, charming tale about seeing things from a different perspective is perfect for readers who march to their own kazoo. Perfect for fans of Jon Klassen and Mac Barnett!Perfect for: Classroom and at-home storytimeBuilding confidence and independent-thinkingReaders who like to laugh!Conversations about mindfulness and slowing down

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The Creative Behind the Book

Author & Illustrator

Keith Negley

Keith Negley is the author and illustrator of Mary Wears What She Wants, My Dad Used to Be So Cool, and Tough Guys (Have Feelings Too). He has received multiple medals from the Society of Illustrators as well as recognition from American Illustration. His artwork has been featured in countless publications, and he is a frequent contributor to the New York Times and the New Yorker. Keith lives with his family on the side of a small mountain that sits next to a big lake just outside of Bellingham, WA. On good days he can see bald eagles from his studio window.