Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day

by: Judith Viorst

January 01, 1987
A classic that we'll never tire of! Poor little Alexander ... things just didn't go right all day long ... from the moment he woke up with gum in his hair. I would say he was having a very bad 'hairday!" Ha-ha ... A charming, delightfully illustrated book.

Also recommended: The Toonies Invade Silicon Valley, Wild About Books, Fairy Chronicles, Willow King, Dragon Rider, The Anybodies, The Nobodies, The Boy Under the Bed

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Necessary Losses (A fireside book)

by: Judith Viorst

January 26, 1998
This book is mainly about perspective and coping. The general idea is that not only are losses unavoidable in life, they are also necessary. Every decision involves loss (i.e., when you choose A over B, you lose the the chance to also choose B), and every loss involves learning and growth. When we lose someone or something important to us, we have the opportunity to discover strengths within ourselves. Viorst is not glib about these losses, however, and does not dismiss the pain involved. The pain ... Read More:

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Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day

by: Judith Viorst

June 01, 1972
A classic that we'll never tire of! Poor little Alexander ... things just didn't go right all day long ... from the moment he woke up with gum in his hair. I would say he was having a very bad 'hairday!" Ha-ha ... A charming, delightfully illustrated book.

Also recommended: The Toonies Invade Silicon Valley, Wild About Books, Fairy Chronicles, Willow King, Dragon Rider, The Anybodies, The Nobodies, The Boy Under the Bed

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Alexander, Who Used to Be Rich Last Sunday

by: Judith Viorst

August 30, 1987
A classic that we'll never tire of! Poor little Alexander ... things just didn't go right all day long ... from the moment he woke up with gum in his hair. I would say he was having a very bad 'hairday!" Ha-ha ... A charming, delightfully illustrated book.

Also recommended: The Toonies Invade Silicon Valley, Wild About Books, Fairy Chronicles, Willow King, Dragon Rider, The Anybodies, The Nobodies, The Boy Under the Bed

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The Tenth Good Thing about Barney

by: Judith Viorst

September 01, 1987
Judith Viorst has written a lovely and touching look at death from the perspective of a child. Though dealing with the death of a pet, it helps children deal with the reality of any death. I can't read it out loud without crying myself; but then, children need to know we feel sad sometimes, too, and it's okay.

This book does not have religious overtones, so it can be used by families with all different sets of beliefs. It addresses the feelings children have when faced by loss, and ... Read More:

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Alexander, Who's Not (Do You Hear Me? I Mean It!) Going to Move

by: Judith Viorst

1998-07
This book was funny because Alexander didn't want to move, and he kept saying "I'm not-DO YOU HEAR ME? I MEAN IT!-going to move." He kept thinking of going to other people's houses and asking to stay. The pictures were funny especially when he had kisses all over his face. This book would be good for somebody who is moving. I think a third grader would enjoy this book because it is funny.

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Suddenly Sixty and Other Shocks of Later Life

by: Judith Viorst

October 01, 2000
Ms. Viorst has become more outspoken in these poems than in her earlier "decade" works. I think you'll like the change. "It still will be impossible to persuade my husband when lost to stop the goddamn car, and ask for directions." Concerning her husband's retirement, "And guess who's the hobby he chose?" In talking about her children and grandchildren, she exults that her grandchild prefers her for cuddling to her son. You'll never quite think about life the same way after you read "1963 -- Niagara, 1999 ... Read More:

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Necessary Losses

by: Judith Viorst

1988-05
This book is mainly about perspective and coping. The general idea is that not only are losses unavoidable in life, they are also necessary. Every decision involves loss (i.e., when you choose A over B, you lose the the chance to also choose B), and every loss involves learning and growth. When we lose someone or something important to us, we have the opportunity to discover strengths within ourselves. Viorst is not glib about these losses, however, and does not dismiss the pain involved. The pain is part of the ... Read More:

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Alexander, Who's Not (Do You Hear Me? I Mean It!) Going to Move

by: Judith Viorst

1995-10
This book was funny because Alexander didn't want to move, and he kept saying "I'm not-DO YOU HEAR ME? I MEAN IT!-going to move." He kept thinking of going to other people's houses and asking to stay. The pictures were funny especially when he had kisses all over his face. This book would be good for somebody who is moving. I think a third grader would enjoy this book because it is funny.

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Imperfect Control: Our Lifelong Struggles with Power and Surrender

by: Judith Viorst

March 22, 1999
I read " Necessary Losses"and I thought this book would be its equal or better. Like most sequels, though, it falls short of the mark and left me wanting. I kept thinking, " ... and the point is?" The book is probably OK if you haven't read the first one. Otherwise, read the children's books.

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