This is a charming story about growing up and the behaviors that one must learn to let go of. Essentially, it focuses on the ambivalence of the young child about giving up fun younger behaviors, yet wanting to be more grown up. It examines the child's shock at the imposition of 'polite behavior' by their parents, their resistance to giving behaviors up, and the advantages in behaving more maturely.

Language of Document: English

Title: ‭I can't do anything!

Author: Thierry Robberecht

Illustrator: Annick Masson

Publication Statement: Washington: Magination Press, American Psychological Association, 2013

Notes: Originally published in French as «Je Ne Peux Rien Faire» by Mijade Publications (Belgium)

Subject: Conduct of life/ Social interaction in children