BOOK REVIEW: PENELOPE'S PLAYGROUND BY PIXI AND ROXY JACENKO

My big boy has just started school, and at that age, more than ever, it is important that the children learn that it is ok to be different, and to accept and understand that. And the new book written by Roxy Jacenko and her daughter, Pixi Curtis, Penelope's Playground* is the perfect story book to read out to children, and help them understand how important it is to be kind to each other, regardless of how you look. 

Penelope's Playground is about Penelope, who is a little different to the other kids. Penelope loves dressing up in fun clothing that is a little different, with polka dots, stripes, all different types of patterns. She simply loves being bright and cheerful, and the kookier the better! 

But not everyone understands Penelope's unique and different style, and when a new girl arrives at school, picking on Penelope’s style, the usually bright and happy girl is sudden feeling sad and afraid to go to school, and her world comes crashing down.

All it takes is a single person to make Penelope feel intimidated and small, by being a bully to her. Even Penelope’s little brother Harry notices the effect this bullying has on in Penelope, and tries his best to make things better. 

The picture book is especially intended for 5-8 year olds about bullying in primary school, and how it can target and affect any child. The book is well-written and easy to understand for little children, and my boys really loved reading it. It has also been the basis for some great chats afterwards about the topic and why it is so important to be kind to each other. The book is beautifully illustrated with bright and fun pictures by Heather Hawkins.


Penelope's Playground by Roxy Jacenko - Available from all good book stores, including Target and Myer

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