Stink and the Big Bad Badgers

Reach for this book when your child is struggling to cooperate with peers or feeling frustrated by group dynamics during a new activity. It is especially helpful for kids who are vocal about fairness and need a roadmap for turning conflict into collaboration. Stink and his friends face a hurdle when their chosen scouting group is exclusive, leading them to start their own troop: the Big Bad Badgers. This humorous chapter book explores what it really means to be a leader and a teammate. While the survival skills like animal tracking and insect eating provide high interest, the true core is the emotional work of resolving bickers and bites among friends. It is a lighthearted yet practical guide to perseverance and social problem-solving for kids aged 6 to 9.