Hairy Maclary Scattercat

Name: Hairy Maclary Scattercat
ISBN: 9780836826890

Hairy Maclary and Friends Series · Book 3 of 7

For the little explorer learning that even the bravest chasers sometimes meet their match. A rhythmic tale about neighborhood antics and knowing when to run home.

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About This Book

Reach for this book when your child is starting to test their own boundaries or needs a gentle lesson in humility after a day of being a bit too boisterous. While it is a playful romp through a neighborhood, it subtly addresses the shift from feeling unstoppable to encountering something truly intimidating. It is perfect for toddlers and preschoolers who are learning to navigate social hierarchies and the reality that they aren't always the biggest or toughest in the room. The story follows the scruffy Hairy Maclary as he spends his morning chasing various cats through the neighborhood with great success. However, his confidence is cut short when he encounters Scarface Claw, the toughest tomcat in town. Through Lynley Dodd's signature bouncing rhyme and expressive illustrations, children experience a safe thrill followed by the comforting resolution of returning to the safety of home. It is an ideal choice for building vocabulary and enjoying rhythmic language together.

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What Parents Should Know

Mild PerilMild

A scary-looking cat hisses and chases the protagonist, causing him to run away in fear.

Sensitive Topics

The book is entirely secular and metaphorical in its approach to fear and boundaries. While it features a 'bully' figure in Scarface Claw, the resolution is physical (running away) rather than a verbal conflict resolution, which is developmentally appropriate for the age.