Christine Crocodile and the Practical Joke

Reach for this book when your child's sense of humor starts to cross the line into hurting others' feelings or when they are struggling to understand why a joke they find hilarious isn't being received well by their peers. It is a gentle yet clear tool for teaching the difference between funny play and unkind behavior. The story follows Christine, a crocodile who loves being the life of the party but learns a difficult lesson about boundaries and empathy when her practical jokes go too far. Through Christine's journey from mischief to realization, parents can explore themes of social cues, the weight of an apology, and the importance of restorative kindness. It is perfectly calibrated for the preschool and early elementary years, a stage where children are often testing social boundaries. By choosing this book, you are providing a non-threatening way to discuss accountability and the 'social hangover' that comes after making a mistake in a friendship.