Mao Mao's Perfectly Imperfect Day - by Laan Cham (Hardcover)

About the Book

Mao Mao, a perfectionist panda, is determined to teach his messy new classmate the art of perfectionism--but ends up discovering the joys of embracing imperfection.

Book Synopsis

A free-spirited new student helps a perfectionist panda embrace his more spontaneous side in this charming classroom story.

Mao Mao strives for everything to be absolutely, 100%...PERFECT!
But when Olivia joins his class, Mao Mao realizes that not everyone is this way. Olivia is messy. And noisy. And clumsy.
So, Mao Mao decides to teach Olivia the art of how to be *PERFECT.* How hard could it be?

With speech balloons and kawaii-influenced illustrations by Laan Cham, this relatable picture book celebrates individuality and self-expression and invites little ones to redefine what it means to be "perfect." It also champions embracing differences and learning from one another--an important lesson for any child starting school.

Review Quotes

"This is the perfect book to teach young readers about the value of self-expression at school." --People

"Endearing characters and compelling illustrations create a healthy opportunity to explore and challenge perfectionism." --Kirkus Reviews

About the Author

Laan Cham is a first-generation Singaporean-British-American illustrator from New Jersey who currently lives in Vancouver. Somewhere in Between is her author-illustrator debut, and she is the illustrator of the forthcoming chapter book series Camp Scream.