Alexander, who's trying his best to be the best boy ever

Firefly & Fern Summary

In this delightfully humorous story by beloved author Judith Viorst, young Alexander decides he's going to be the best boy ever—but discovers that trying too hard to be perfect can be just as messy as being yourself. With relatable mishaps and laugh-out-loud moments, this book celebrates the reality that being 'good enough' and learning from mistakes is what really matters. Children will recognize themselves in Alexander's well-intentioned but hilariously imperfect efforts.