Ella Sarah Gets Dressed
By Margaret Chodos-Irvine
The Story
A small girl with big fashion opinions insists on wearing her own wild, colorful outfit — polka dots, stripes, and all — despite everyone in her family telling her to dress differently.
Why It's Special
For the kid who has strong opinions about socks, this is a picture book that takes their fashion battles seriously instead of brushing them off.
- Big idea: Knowing your own mind matters, even when you're the smallest person in the room.
- Vibes: Bold, colorful, quietly triumphant.
Perfect For Kids Who
- are working on asserting their own choices
- enjoy bright patterns and bold colors
- like to pick out their own clothes
- respond well to a character who stands her ground
Ask Your Little Reader
- Story & problem-solving: Why do you think Ella Sarah's mother, father, and sister all wanted her to dress differently?
- Feelings & empathy: How do you think Ella Sarah felt when everyone kept telling her what to wear?
- Real-life connection: Have you ever wanted to wear something everyone else thought was a little unusual?
- Imagination: If you could pick any colors and patterns for your favorite outfit, what would they be?
- Personal reflection: What does your own sense of style look like?
