Big Mean Mike

Reach for this book when your child is starting to feel the pressure of peer expectations or worries that their interests might make them look 'un-cool' to others. It is a perfect choice for the kid who puts on a tough exterior at school but still loves their stuffed animals or soft pajamas at home. Big Mean Mike is a dog who prides himself on being the toughest guy around, complete with combat boots and a mean car. His reputation is at stake when a group of tiny, adorable bunnies decides they want to be his friends. The story follows Mike's humorous struggle to balance his 'tough guy' persona with the genuine affection he feels for his new fuzzy companions. It is a gentle, funny lesson in authenticity that helps children see that true strength is being exactly who you are, even if that includes loving something sweet.