"‘Alexander, Who’s Trying His Best to Be the Best Boy Ever’ was inspired by a combination of my grandson, my son, and myself – all those times when each of us has decided that we’re just not going to get into trouble anymore. But it’s so hard to be good all of the time!"
- Judith ViorstJudith Viorst is an American writer who has gained recognition for her poetry and children's books. Inspired by her own experiences with family, "Alexander, Who's Trying His Best to Be the Best Boy Ever" is one of her most cherished pieces. The protagonist of the tale is a young child named Alexande…