About This Book
Reach for this classic poem when your child feels overshadowed by louder, more boastful personalities or struggles with being labeled as the sensitive one in a group. It is an ideal choice for the child who prefers a nice safe cage over the spotlight, yet possesses a quiet strength they have yet to recognize. The story follows Custard, a dragon who is teased by his housemates for his supposed cowardice. While the kitten, mouse, and dog brag about their bravery, Custard simply wants to be left in peace. However, when a real threat arrives in the form of a pirate, the boasters scatter, and Custard is the only one who rises to the occasion. This rhythmic, humorous tale explores the difference between performative bravado and true courage, making it a perfect conversation starter about self-confidence and the value of being yourself, even when others underestimate you.
