Gibbus Moony Wants to Bite You!

A parent would reach for this book when their child is dealing with new, strong impulses or physical changes and needs help understanding appropriate ways to channel them. This humorous story is about Gibbus, a young fruit bat who is thrilled when his adult fangs grow in. He feels an overwhelming, instinctual urge to bite a neck, just like a vampire bat. His loving family gently reminds him that their kind only bites fruit. The book follows Gibbus's comical struggle between his desires and his family's rules. This is a fantastic, non-threatening way to open a conversation with a 6 to 8-year-old about self-control, managing big feelings, and understanding family expectations. By using the funny, slightly gothic metaphor of a vampire-in-training, it validates a child's powerful urges while showing them how to find positive and satisfying outlets. It normalizes the feeling of wanting to do something you know you shouldn't and reinforces the idea that family is there to guide you.