About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is grappling with the concept of a class clown who has crossed the line into mean-spirited behavior or when they are struggling to understand why some people seem to enjoy being unkind. It serves as a rhythmic, poetic exploration of a bully who thinks he is untouchable until his own actions create a natural consequence he cannot escape. Through the antics of an incorrigible hyena, the story validates the frustration children feel when someone disrupts the peace, while offering a satisfying resolution where justice is served by those who were previously victimized. While the hyena's tricks are mischievous and sometimes physical, the rhyming verse by Jack Prelutsky keeps the tone bouncy and engaging for children ages 4 to 8. Parents will find this a helpful tool for discussing the difference between a harmless joke and a mean trick. It is an excellent choice for starting conversations about accountability, the importance of standing up for oneself, and how a community can come together to address a bully's behavior.
