Shark in the Dark

In Peter Bently's rhyming picture book, 'Shark in the Dark,' a large, intimidating shark enjoys terrorizing the smaller fish in the ocean. The narrative follows the fish as they grow tired of being scared and devise a plan to outsmart the shark. This story beautifully illustrates themes of teamwork, bravery, and standing up to bullies in a gentle, humorous way. It's an excellent read-aloud for preschoolers and early elementary children, sparking conversations about conflict resolution and the power of collective action.