About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is feeling anxious about starting school or feels like an outsider in a new environment. By framing the classroom through the eyes of a curious monster, it helps children laugh at the very things that might be causing them stress, like sitting still or following new rules. It is a perfect choice for reframing the unknown as an exciting, silly adventure. The story follows Huggly and his monster friends as they accidentally stumble into a human school while playing hide and seek. Their confused but enthusiastic interpretations of common school items (like backpacks and art supplies) turn the mundane into the magical. It is ideal for children ages 4 to 8 who are navigating the transition to elementary school. Parents will appreciate how the humor gently dismantles the 'scary' myth of school, replacing it with a sense of play and belonging.
