Whereas most chameleons like to blend in, Chamelia likes to stand out.  She tries so hard to stand out that some of her efforts lead to problems: fancy outfits that get caught in the school bus doors, high heels that fall off during her soccer game, friends who don’t appreciate her creative costuming for the class play.  In the end she decides it’s okay to join in some, too, and to look for more subtle ways to express her individuality.  The illustrations reflect the substance of the story by showing all the other chameleons in soft pastels and Chamelia in vibrant prints.