The goody

funny · thought-provoking · relatable · playful

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What is The goody about?

Chirton Krauss is the very goodest child: he eats his broccoli, tidies up and always does exactly as he is told. His sister Myrtle, meanwhile, has been labelled the naughty one, so she stays up late and escapes her chores. But when Chirton starts to wonder whether being “The Goody” is really fair—or fun—he decides to try something different. As the siblings challenge their family’s expectations, they discover that nobody is simply good or bad, and everyone deserves to be themselves.

About the author

Lauren Child is a brilliant British author and illustrator, best known for creating the much-loved Charlie and Lola books. She has also written the Clarice Bean and Ruby Redfort series. Lauren’s stories are full of fun, clever ideas, and lively pictures that encourage children to use their imagination and enjoy reading.