So Rude!: Animals Behaving Badly

PreS-K–Humans grow up being told a series of rules to live by in the conventions and ethical constructs that will help them be successful adults in the global community. But animals do not follow the same rules as humans do. From lying to thieving to making themselves dirty, animals have many unusual adaptations that make them better able to survive and thrive in their individual habitats. This narrative nonfiction story is well suited to very young readers because of its succinct and direct storytelling structure, large photographs, and intriguing design. The author sets up the comparisons between humans and animals in seven simple rules; she uses relatively few words, teasing readers into learning more about the animals referenced in each section. Call-out boxes explain the behaviors of specific animals and give readers an idea of how and why those creatures behave in the ways they do. These segments often include more complex vocabulary and concepts that are best shared with a caregiver or educator to ensure the child’s understanding. Throughout the book, full-color photographs dominate each spread, while some creatures are likely familiar to children, others may be new, and readers will appreciate increasing their knowledge about each one. Though explanations and pronunciations are not included in the bulk of the text, back matter includes a glossary to support comprehension for readers of all ages; and further resources include books and websites.