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Portuguese version of A Bad Case of Stripes.
"What we have here is a bad case of stripes. One of the worst I've ever seen!"
Camilla Cream loves lima beans, but she never eats them. Why? Because the other kids in her school don't like them. And Camilla Cream is very, very worried about what other people think of her. In fact, she's so worried that she's about to break out in...a bad case of stripes!
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"A Bad Case of Stripes talks about Camilla Cream who always lets people determine what she does becasue she wants everyone to like her. With this she one day wakes up with stripes and nobody can fiugre out a cure for this, so she still has to go to school and everyone makes fun of her for her stipes but things start to get worse and worse untill she finally becomes unviewable by everyone. An old lady comes to save the day by giving Camilla what she wants, Lima Beans. This story shows that you should be yourself and not worry about what other people think even if they think what you like is weird."
— Taylor (4 out of 5 stars)
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“This very funny tale speaks to the challenge many kids face in choosing to act independently.”
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“This charming morality tale could, and I think will, become entrenched in the literary folklore of any family.”
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“Shannon’s story is a good poke in the eye of conformity—imaginative, vibrant, and at times good and spooky.”
— Kirkus Reviews
A Bad Case of Stripes Listener Reviews
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" I loved this book. It has a cute story line about a little girl who has funny stripes on her skin and does not want to go to school because she may get made fun of. Kids will love laughing at this story. Be yourself. "
— Kayla, 2/6/2014 -
" It's super cute. Kids love it and it's a fun read-aloud. "
— Jenny, 1/27/2014 -
" I really enjoyed reading this to my son. A very cute book "
— Ijeoma, 1/25/2014 -
" I loved this book when I was little, the colors and the pictures were amazing "
— Delali, 1/19/2014 -
" I love David Shannon. "
— Arlene, 1/6/2014 -
" I USED TO LOVE THIS BOOK AND I WOULD READ IT TO MY SISTER IN KINDERGARTN!!! "
— Mrs.Butter, 1/6/2014 -
" This is just such a cute book. Both girls have loved it! "
— Lorena, 12/21/2013 -
" Such a cute book! I read this a LOOONG time ago but I just LOVED it! I think this might be one of my favorite kids books "
— Christine, 10/3/2013 -
" Love this book! Beautiful illustrations and message! "
— Christie, 9/23/2013 -
" Wow this book was amazing,I loved it! it's showing you to not judge people by how they look but what's inside. "
— Kaylee, 8/5/2013 -
" This is a really cute book that could be read to any grade level. It shows children that its ok to like something that not everybody likes. it teaches children that it truely ok to be themselves and express it and not hide it to themselves. "
— Brittnee, 5/22/2013 -
" I really enjoyed the illustration and imagination of this book. I love that it teaches the readers to be who they are. It teaches them that being different is okay. "
— Aleisha, 4/6/2013 -
" Fun read, my 5 year old really enjoys it. A book about not following the crowd, but being yourself even if it's not popular. "
— Brittney, 3/16/2013 -
" One of the most memorable books of my childhood. Vibrant, borderline-creepy illustrations and a lovely story. "
— Tara, 3/8/2013 -
" This book teaches kids not to change for others and to be like everyone else but to be who they are to be truly happy. "
— Chrissi, 10/19/2012 -
" What a great message! Loved this book! "
— Elke, 10/17/2012 -
" tHIS IS ANOTHER BOOK THE EVERYONE LIKES. i DON'T CARE FOR IT. i WOULD JUST HAVE IT IN MY CLASS FOR ENTERTAINMENT. "
— Datoria, 1/22/2012 -
" Wow. I can't believe I remember reading this in elementary school. "
— Maria, 11/2/2011 -
" Wow this book was amazing,I loved it! it's showing you to not judge people by how they look but what's inside. "
— Kaylee, 11/1/2011 -
" This is one of my favorite books to use in guidance. I typically read this to 3rd grade as a part of a lesson on being true to yourself. The bright and colorful illustrations make this a favorite for the kids too. "
— Brandi, 11/1/2011 -
" This book allows students to accept themselves as just the way they are. I like the story connected with the bad eating habits, and it really did tell the readers to have healthy food. "
— Jane, 10/17/2011 -
" I love lima beans! I love David Shannon. I love this book. It has a great moral at the end. Following the crowd and hiding yourself will make you sick! "
— Caren, 10/4/2011 -
" This book is full of wonderful illustrations that coincide with the plot of the story. The theme of this book is being yourself. I would use this book for grades kindergarten through second. "
— Brittani, 10/3/2011 -
" This is just such a cute book. Both girls have loved it! "
— Lorena, 10/3/2011 -
" This book teaches a great lesson to always be yourself and not worry about what others will think of you. The author portrays the message that while Camilla is trying to blend in, she is really standing out. Despite its predictable happy ending, the artwork is very vivid and exciting. "
— Andria, 10/2/2011 -
" This book is so cute, and it is very individual. "
— Gabrielle, 9/29/2011 -
" I READ THIS IN LIKE 2ND GRADE! She is so pretty in the front cover!! Although I'm glad my skin doesnt look like that "
— Neon, 9/26/2011
About David Shannon
David Shannon is the internationally acclaimed creator of more than thirty picture books, including No, David!, a Caldecott Honor Book and his second New York Times Best Illustrated Book of the Year. A native of Spokane, Washington, he is an avid fisherman. He and his family live in California.