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Balcom, Lesley B. "Shannon, David. A Bad Case of Stripes." CM : Canadian Review of Materials, vol. 5, no. 17, 1999, pp. n/a.

● Balcom writes a review of "A Bad Case of Stripes" highlighting the illustrations, humor, and themes. I will use this article in the reception section.

Barton, James, and Donna M. Sawyer. "Our Students are Ready for this: Comprehension Instruction in the Elementary School." The Reading Teacher, vol. 57, no. 4, 2003, pp. 334-347. ProQuest Central, Research Library.

● Barton and Donna offer a very detailed description of a lesson plan for teaching this book to young students. The information can be used in the pedagogy section.

"Beating Bullies through Books." Reading Today, vol. 22, no. 2, 2004a, pp. 44.

● This article discusses the bullying present at schools and ways literature can be used to make students feel more included. A lesson plan for teaching “A Case of Bad Stripes” is described with a goal to inspire reflection and meaningful discussion among students. I can use this information in the pedagogy section of the wikipedia article.

Brusic, Sharon A. "Yipes! Stripes!" Technology & Children, vol. 8, no. 3, 2004, pp. 12-14.

● Sharon offers a lesson plan using “A Bad Case of Stripes” to encourage students to eat their vegetables and be brave about eating healthy. I can use this article in the pedagogy section, as it offers a unique perspective to the lessons this book can teach.

"Courage to be Different." The Record, 1998, pp. C.6-C6. ProQuest Central.

● This review of the book states “this beautifully illustrated children's book teaches some valuable lessons -- and offers adults a giggle or two.” This can be used in the reception section because it highlights the novel’s applicability to all ages.

"Forecasts: Children's Books." Publishers Weekly, vol. 245, no. 2, 1998, pp. 59.

● This article offers a somewhat negative review of the book, calling the book “disturbing” and haunting. I can use this source in the reception section of the wikipedia article to offer a contrasting opinion.

Harris Veeder, Mary. ""Children's Corner". Chicago Tribune, 1998, pp. 7. ProQuest Central.

● Harris Veeder reviews “A Bad Case of Stripes," stating that it is “a little preachy at times, but Shannon's pictures provide such tongue-in-cheek fun that readers won't be bothered.” I can use this perspective in the reception section.

Hilboldt, Brandy. "A Clever Way to Say be Yourself: [CITY Edition]." Florida Times Union, 1998, pp. C.7-7. ProQuest Central.

● Hilboldt offers a review highlighting the themes and metaphors of the book, while praising Shannon’s demonstration of them. This information can be used in the analysis/themes section and the reception section of the article.

McMahon, Regan. "Standing Out in the Crowd." The San Francisco Chronicle, 1998, pp. 9. NewsBank; Access World News.

● McMahon presents a summary and review of the book, specifically mentioning the “vibrant illustrations -- some hilarious, some horrific.” This information can be added to the reception section and potentially to the plot section.

Noah, Carolyn. "Preschool to Grade 4: Fiction." School Library Journal, vol. 44, no. 3, 1998, pp. 188.

● Noah’s review about “A Bad Case of Stripes” mentions the book's ability to inspire children to act independently. This review can be used in the reception section and potentially mentioned in the theme section.

Schafer, Elizabeth. "Shannon, David 1959-." The Cambridge Guide to Children's Books in English. Edited by Victor Watson. Cambridge University Press, Cambridge, UK, 2001.

● While describing Shannon’s works, Schafer states that in this book the main character “conforms to peer pressure, resulting in her blending into her environment like a chameleon.” I think this is a great summary of the theme of "A Bad Case of Stripes." I can potentially use this in the themes section.

Umstead, Matthew. "W.Va. First Lady Visits Berkeley Co. to Kick Off Summer Reading Challenge." Herald-Mail, The (Hagerstown, MD), 2018. NewsBank; Access World News.

● This article talks about how W.Va. First Lady read this book to emphasize the message of teaching “children to be themselves and to respect those who may be different.” The support of this book by an influential figure can be mentioned in the reception section and the analysis of the theme could be used in the theme section.

Wilson, Janelle. "Shannon, David." Continuum Encyclopedia of Children's Literature. Edited by Bernice E. Cullinan, and Diane G. Person. Continuum, London, UK, 2005.

● This article discusses all of Shannon’s works and defines the topic of "A Bad Case of Stripes" as being oneself. This phrase can be used in the themes section.