Clarice Bean, Don't Look Now

Clarice Bean is experiencing a series of unexpected troubles and shares a lesson about the nature of worry. In her trademark style, Lauren Child provides a humorous depiction of life's unpredictable moments. Through a stream-of-consciousness narration and a playful use of language, Clarice emerges as a distinct character, comparable to others like Junie B. Jones. The story emphasizes that often the most concerning worries are those that have not yet been considered, highlighting several of Clarice's own worries, including bothersome peers, spiders, and unexpected changes.