Polka Dot Sue

Polka Dot Sue is the story of a young girl with polka dot hair who takes great pride in who she is, and she conveys this pride through her enjoyment of choosing a new outfit for each day. The story encourages a sense of self-acceptance and pride despite obstacles, thus showing how a sense of self-empowerment can arise from believing in one self. With the color-emotion awareness, it encourages the young reader to understand more about feelings. The days of the week provide a framework which gives an opportunity for more fundamental growth.