The Loud Things I Didn't Choose

By Kaitlin Brenna Malaspina

A gentle, powerful story about perfectionism, identity, and learning to be real.

Daisy is the best at being good. She smiles on cue, collects badges for bravery, and never makes things too hard. Grown-ups love her polish. Peers admire her poise. But under the spotlight, Daisy starts to wonder-who is she when she's not performing?

The Loud Things I Didn't Choose is a beautifully illustrated children's book about the quiet pressure to be "perfect," and the bravery it takes to choose yourself instead. Through poetic language and emotionally resonant scenes, this story speaks directly to children who follow unspoken rules to stay safe, earn approval, or keep peace at home.

Perfect for kids ages 5-10, this social-emotional learning (SEL) story is ideal for classroom read-alouds, therapy sessions, or bedtime conversations about identity, pressure, and belonging.

✨ Themes include:
- Perfectionism and emotional safety
- Identity and self-expression
- Breaking invisible rules
- The difference between performing and being
- The power of saying "no," asking for help, and being seen

You don't have to be the purrfect girl.
You just have to be the real one.

This title is part of the Pitch A Fête StoryBook Collection(TM) - a growing line of plush pal stories, sensory tools, and imaginative resources designed to help children explore big feelings through gentle play. Each character is crafted to support social-emotional learning (SEL), identity development, and emotional safety in meaningful, age-appropriate ways.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0FBL7GQV3
• ISBN13: 9798285943341
• Release Date: May 2025
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 30 Pages
• Weight: 0.27 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.5" x 11.0"