Horrid Henry and the Bogey Babysitter

Name: Horrid Henry and the Bogey Babysitter
ISBN: 9781407245478

Horrid Henry Series · Book 8 of 21

For parents whose child sometimes feels a bit "horrid" or enjoys tales of kids pushing boundaries and getting into hilarious trouble.

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About This Book

A parent might reach for this book when their child is pushing boundaries, seems frustrated by rules, or is simply delighting in a bit of mischief. This book features four short, hilarious stories about Horrid Henry, a boy who loves to cause trouble, much to the dismay of his long-suffering family, especially his angelic brother, Perfect Peter. The stories explore themes of frustration, fairness, and sibling rivalry through a lens of pure, unapologetic humor. Ideal for early independent readers aged 6 to 9, this book is a fantastic choice for pure entertainment. It normalizes the 'horrid' feelings all kids have and provides a safe, funny outlet for exploring them, opening the door for conversations about behavior and consequences.

Humor Anger & Frustration Sibling Rivalry Family & Siblings Justice & Fairness Monsters Creativity & Imagination Adventure

What Parents Should Know

Moral AmbiguityMild

Protagonist's 'horrid' behavior is the central focus and is played for comedic effect.

Sensitive Topics

The primary 'sensitive' topic is the celebration of bad behavior. Henry is manipulative, selfish, and rude, and his actions are framed as humorous. The approach is entirely secular and without serious, lasting consequences, which distinguishes it from more moralistic tales. It presents an opportunity for parents to discuss the difference between funny stories and real-life behavior.