In "Crabby Pants" by Julie Gassman, readers meet a young boy who wakes up feeling grumpy and irritable, and he just can't shake off his bad mood. Throughout the story, he encounters various situations that put his patience to the test—everything from a messy breakfast to a chaotic school day. As his crabbiness grows, he learns the importance of communication and sharing feelings with friends and family. Ultimately, he discovers ways to turn his frown upside down, finding humor and joy in everyday moments. The story emphasizes emotional awareness and the power of positivity, making it relatable for young readers. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is the winner of numerous awards

This book is part of a book series called Little Boost .

This book is aimed at children at US kindergarten-3rd grade.

This book has been graded for interest at 4-6 years.

There are 32 pages in this book. This book was published in 2010 by Picture Window Books .

Richard Watson studied Illustration at Lincoln University School of Art and Design and received a first class BA honours degree. He uses a range of techniques, mixing traditional drawing and painting with collage and mixed media. He lives in Lincoln. The youngest in a family of nine children, Julie Gassman grew up in Howard, South Dakota. After college, she traded in small-town life for the world of magazine publishing in New York City. She now lives in southern Minnesota with her husband and their three children.