About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is having a day where they seem to be at odds with everyone and everything. It is a perfect choice for kids who struggle with 'big grumpiness' or who tend to be dismissive of others who are smaller or different from them. The story follows a hilariously cantankerous ant and his fly companion as they meet an escaped circus flea, teaching subtle lessons about the value of unexpected perspectives. Through snappy dialogue and zany situations, Arthur Yorinks explores themes of collaboration and the softening of a hardened ego. While the humor is absurdist and fast-paced, the emotional core highlights how even the 'meanest' personality can find belonging through shared experience. It is an ideal read-aloud for ages 4 to 8, providing a safe space to laugh at grumpy behavior while seeing the benefits of letting new friends in.
