Have you ever felt like finding that little spot of peace and quiet amidst the wacky chaos of a large family? If you have, you might be able to empathise better with little Clarice Beans.

Clarice Bean, That’s Me discusses the ethical and social stress children encounter and is the first picture book in the Clarice Bean series written and illustrated by English author Lauren Child. 

What are some of the problems faced by Clarice that overlaps with your experiences, or that you find yourself likely to come across in the near future? How does she deal with that, and how is her way similar to or different from the way you handle it? 

Clarice’s family members are very different but closely united. How would you describe their relationship as a family? What is the importance of this family bond in Clarice’s growth?