The Good Little Girl

by Lawrence David, Clément Oubrerie (Illustrator)

Even a good little girl can turn into a monster when her busy parents don't pay attention!

Miranda is a good little girl. She understands that her working parents are often too busy to keep their promises. But enough is enough. When the waffles at the weekly Saturday Family Waffle Breakfast are replaced by yucky eggs and bacon, well . . . Miranda's alter ego and new friend, Lucretia, bubbles to the surface. Now, thanks to Lucretia, Miranda is getting exactly what she wants, and boy does she like it! Her poor parents don't know what's become of their good little girl. Soon even Miranda thinks that Lucretia is mean and bossy, and she wants to take control. But Lucretia likes being in charge, and good little Miranda isn't exactly sure how to become herself again.

32 pages, Hardcover

First published October 13, 1998

Reviews

[Dolly · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book offers an interesting perspective on discipline for children and how a lack of it can turn a child into a 'monster.' The narrative is fun to read aloud, although I had to cringe at the parents' inability to rein in their daughter's behavior from the outset.

The illustrations are colorful and humorous and complement the story nicely. We really enjoyed reading this book together.