In "Tricking the Tallyman" by S.D. Schindler, a clever young girl navigates the challenges of a community that adheres to strict rules regarding the tallyman, a figure who records and monitors every action. When she decides to break the mold and think outside the confines of her society’s expectations, she embarks on a whimsical adventure filled with creativity and cunning. Through her journey, she discovers the importance of individuality and the power of imagination. The story highlights the tension between conformity and freedom, encouraging readers to embrace their unique voices while questioning societal restrictions. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is the winner of numerous awards

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

This book has been graded for interest at 5-8 years.

This book was published in 2014 by Alfred A. Knopf Books for Young Readers .

S. D. Schindler is the popular and versatile illustrator of many books for children, including Big Pumpkin and the ALA Notable Book Don't Fidget a Feather, both by Erica Silverman, How Santa Got His Job by Stephen Krensky, and Johnny Appleseed by Rosemary and Stephen Vincent Benet. He lives in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Jacqueline Davies is the award-winning author of many books for young readers, including the acclaimed Lemonade War series and Nothing but Trouble. She's a well-behaved adult now, but when she was a child she would occasionally get into trouble. Jackie lives in a small town twelve miles outside Boston, Massachusetts.