"Rotten Teeth" by Laura Simms is a deeply introspective exploration of childhood, trauma, and the complexities of identity. The story follows a young girl grappling with family dysfunction and the painful legacy of her upbringing. As she navigates the challenges of adolescence, including the struggles of self-acceptance and the consequences of her environment, she confronts both the literal and metaphorical decay in her life. With vivid imagery and poignant storytelling, Simms delves into themes of resilience, the search for belonging, and the transformative power of storytelling. [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 Show And Tell .

There are 32 pages in this book.

This is a picture book. A picture book uses pictures and text to tell the story. The number of words varies from zero ('wordless') to around 1k over 32 pages. Picture books are typically aimed at young readers (age 3-6) but can also be aimed at older children (7+).

This book was published in 1998 by Houghton Mifflin .

Karen Beaumont is the author of many children's books, including I Ain't Gonna Paint No More!, illustrated by David Catrow. She lives in Capitola, California.