In "The Little Bit Scary People," Alexandra Boiger introduces readers to a young character who encounters various individuals that initially seem intimidating or strange. As the story unfolds, these seemingly scary figures reveal their true, kind-hearted natures. Through charming illustrations and heartfelt storytelling, the protagonist learns that first impressions can be misleading, and that understanding and friendship can emerge from the most unexpected places. Ultimately, the book conveys themes of compassion, empathy, and the importance of looking beyond outward appearances to discover the warmth within others. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is the winner of numerous awards

This book has been graded for interest at 3-6 years.

There are 32 pages in this book. This book was published in 2008 by Hyperion Books for Children .

Alexandra Boiger is the illustrator of numerous children's books, including Thanks a LOT, Emily Post! by Jennifer LaRue Huget and The Little Bit Scary People by Emily Jenkins. Mrs. Boiger lives in Northern California with her husband and daughter. Visit her at www. alexandraboiger. com. Emily Jenkins writes books for both adults and children. She has a doctorate in English literature from Columbia and reviews children's books for The New York Times . She teaches a course in writing for children at New York University. She lives in Brooklyn, New York.