About This Book
Reach for this book when you notice your child experimenting with power dynamics or using 'big' behavior to intimidate smaller peers or siblings. It is an ideal choice for addressing the transition from peer pressure to personal empathy. The story follows ten small monsters who, in a misguided attempt to join a cool club, are tasked by their leader to find and frighten something smaller than themselves. As they succeed, they quickly realize that causing fear doesn't feel as good as they expected. Designed for children ages 3 to 7, this rhyming counting book uses a whimsical monster setting to explore heavy themes like bullying, shame, and the courage it takes to say sorry. Parents will appreciate how it models the specific steps of making an apology and provides a safe, metaphorical space to discuss why picking on others is hurtful. It transforms a math lesson into a meaningful conversation about kindness.
