(Bilingual Arabic & English)
Sumana Seeboruth,
Maribel Castells Illustrator
Sep 9, 2025
Board Book
Ages 2 to 3, Grades P to P
Juvenile Fiction / Social Themes / Self-Esteem & Self-Reliance / Health & Daily Living / Daily Activities / Clothing, Dress & Hair / Family / Siblings / Emotions & Feelings
Joining the Feelings & Firsts series: a young child humorously battles for independence while getting ready for the day.
"Pitch perfect for an audience of children who want to be self-reliant and have the stubbornness to prove it!" - School Library Journal
A determined toddler sets out to get ready all by herself - but from putting on clothes to fixing her hair, nothing seems to go as planned. When her big sister needs a hand, she realizes they can help each other and make mornings a little easier. This bilingual English and Arabic, humorous and heartwarming story perfectly captures a toddler's drive for independence.
