Rules of the wild [eBook - NC Kids Digital Library] : An Unruly Book of Manners

Animals’ rules of etiquette prove quite different from people’s in this “appealing [and] humorous” picture book ( Kirkus Reviews ). Playing in the dirt, staying up all night, and leaving clothes strewn across the floor are not a problem if you’re a wild animal. Dunking food, burping, and splashing—no problem either. Human kids, who are expected to follow rules, rules, rules, will squeal with delight as the pages reveal wild animals getting away with all kinds of outlandish behavior—and will relish “knowing better”! “This clever, well-executed book will grab children’s attention and make them laugh . . . A charmer [and] a great read-aloud.” — School Library Journal “Young readers tired of obeying rules may find this silly walk on the wild side of animal behavior just impudent enough to suit their fancy.” — Publishers Weekly “A witty look at breaking away from rules for a while, with a nod to reality in the end.” — Atlanta Parent (Staff Pick) Playing in the dirt, staying up all night, and leaving clothes strewn across the floor are not a problem if you're a wild animal. Dunking food, burping, and splashing—no problem either. Human kids, who are expected to follow rules, rules, rules, will squeal with delight as the pages reveal wild animals getting away with all kinds of outlandish behavior and will relish "knowing better!"

Rhyming text explores how proper behavior for young animals is different from what is expected of young children.

Playing in the dirt, staying up all night, and leaving clothes strewn across the floor are not a problem if you're a wild animal. Dunking food, burping, and splashing—no problem either. Human kids, who are expected to follow rules, rules, rules, will squeal with delight as the pages reveal wild animals getting away with all kinds of outlandish behavior and will relish "knowing better!" Rhyming text explores how proper behavior for young animals is different from what is expected of young children. Ages 3-8. If your MoM had a tail or your father a MaNe, the rules of your house Might Not be SuCh a paiN.