Little Red Henry

This charming picture book, a gentle reworking of "The Little Red Hen," introduces Henry, the youngest in his family, who is fed up with being coddled. His family dresses him, feeds him, and brushes his "widdle toofers," but Henry is determined to prove he's a big boy capable of doing things on his own. The story humorously depicts Henry's attempts at independence and his family's anxious but ultimately supportive reactions. It offers a wonderful opportunity for parents and children aged 4-8 to discuss growing up, self-reliance, and the balance between parental protection and a child's need for autonomy.

Well, there s overprotective and then there s Little Red Henry s family! A hilarious tale about what happens when a coddled kid asserts his independence. The youngest in his family, Henry is still treated like a baby, and he is tired of it. What will his family do now that Henry wants to do things all by himself?