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My Dinosaur Shoes

by Eleni Tassopoulos Wehner Publisher: BAREFOOT BOOKS

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Getting used to a new pair

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  • Critical praise

    Starred review from School Library Journal

    Starred review praising the book as a strong addition that will resonate with many children and families.

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Getting used to a new pair

Roscoe’s beloved puppy shoes have become too small, and their replacement—dinosaur shoes—brings the challenge of facing something unfamiliar. His big sister Ivy helps him adjust, giving the story a family-centered look at how a child can be supported through an everyday transition. The book is part of the Roscoe & Ivy series, which focuses on daily life in a neurodivergent family. Its endnotes offer guidance for introducing children to new things, extending the shoe-change scenario into a practical point of connection for families.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Children ages 4–8 encountering changes to familiar routines or belongings
  • Families seeking a picture book about neurodivergence and sibling support
  • Adults looking for guidance on introducing children to new things

Themes

Adjusting to changeNeurodivergent family lifeSibling supportFamiliar routines and new experiences

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Book overview

★"A strong addition from a neurodivergent author and illustrator that will resonate with many children and families" - School Library Journal, starred review

"Through simple narrative, gentle modeling, and expressive character design, the neurodivergent creators provide tools for families, neurodivergent or not, to navigate everyday scenarios" - The Horn Book Magazine

"It's nice to see the cheerful and bright rendition of the life of these two youngsters" - Youth Services Book Review

Come along with Roscoe & Ivy as Roscoe transitions to a new pair of shoes!

Roscoe really, really loves his puppy shoes. They're so soft! So comfy! So... PERFECT! When his puppy shoes get to be too small, it's time for a new pair of dinosaur shoes. Dinosaur shoes?! Those shoes are different, and new things can be scary. It's a good thing Roscoe's gentle big sister Ivy knows how to help him get used to his new shoes.

  • Roscoe & Ivy series focuses on the daily life of a neurodivergent family
  • Created by neurodivergent author and illustrator drawing from their own lived experiences
  • Endnotes offer gentle guidance on introducing kids to new things
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