A Bad Case of Stripes
By David Shannon · Read by Sean Astin
- Illustrated by
- David Shannon
- Published by
- Scholastic Inc.
- Official grade range
- 2nd–3rd
- Official run time
- 12:00
ReadAloudKit recommendation
Why this book fits
Camilla hides something she loves because she worries about fitting in, creating a strong entry point for discussing identity and peer pressure.
Second graders can identify the social pressure in Camilla’s choices and support an interpretation with visible cause-and-effect evidence.
Explain how concern about other people’s opinions affects a character’s choices.
Original activity
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Official facts verified 2026-09-21 against the Storyline Online book page. Summary, grade fit, themes, and teaching focus are independent ReadAloudKit editorial guidance.