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Sassafras

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Sassafras is a young skunk who feels different, unliked, and embarrassed for the fact that he sometimes STINKS. He learns that every living creature has something about him or her that is different, but "different" can also mean unique and wonderful. With the help of friends, family, and others with problems of their own, he learns that the "stink" is what makes him special, even heroic. All kids are special. They just need to be told. Sassafras is funny and fun and teaches us all a very important lesson. Acceptance.

Terrific little book for your primary grade reader. The illustrations are warm, and the skunk is adorable. A great complement to this book is "Why Can't I Spray Today?" by Francine Poppo Rich, which is a beautifully written and illustrated children's book for the younger reader (ages 2-5).

As a school counselor, I have used Sassafras for years as an example for children to be open to differences in themselves and others. It is also a great lesson in the power of words and their ability to damage a person for a very long time! We really do say some very "stinky" things to others!

Sassafras is a great story about a skunk who is self-conscious about her scent. The photos and dialog are precious and age appropriate. My daughter read this book for a Red-Ribbon Week Book Parade and had to dress up as her favorite character. This book was a huge hit with her (she's 7) and my 4 year old son. She can read it easily/only slightly challenging. Another great book by Audrey Penn!

Audrey Penn is such a great author. Her stories are always so sweet and very relatable to young readers.