Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day. Book Summary

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Judith Viorst

What’s inside

A children’s book that follows Alexander through a day filled with a series of unfortunate events and mishaps.

You’ll Learn

  • Learning to cope with bad days
  • Understanding that everyone has tough times
  • Developing resilience in the face of adversity
  • Finding humor in life’s daily challenges

Key Points

  • Alexander’s waking up with gum in his hair
  • The school day’s disappointments
  • Troubles at the dentist’s office
  • The shoe store fiasco
  • Alexander’s bedtime contemplation
  • The recurring theme of moving to Australia

Who’s it For

  • Children
  • Parents
  • Educators
  • Readers who enjoy realistic fiction

About the author

Judith Viorst is an acclaimed author known for her children’s books and writings on psychology and family.