Mindful Muslim Reader Review

The Grouchy Ladybug

The Grouchy Ladybug

By Eric Carle
Gold star
Ages:
  • Virtue
    VIRTUE
    Is this the way I want my child to think and act?
    Ratings are based on how much a book extols Islamic morality and espouses classical ideals.
    ★★★★★
  • Language
    LANGUAGE
    Is this the way I want my child to speak?
    Ratings are based on a book's vocabulary, cadence, and overall eloquence suited to age level.
    ★★★☆☆
  • Story
    STORY
    Does this story resonate with my child?
    Ratings are based on the integrity of plot structure, the depth of characters, the palpability of the book's conflict and resolution, and the lure of its setting.
    ★★★★★
  • Beauty
    BEAUTY
    Does this book develop my child's ability to recognize beauty?
    Ratings are based on aesthetics, linguistic beauty, poignancy, and how well a book embodies ihsan—harmonizing excellence.
    ★★★★★

Values

  • Humility
  • Manhood
Heart

Struggles

  • Arrogance
  • Bullying
Why Should
Why Should My Child Read This Book?

A fantastic read—especially for boys—this story highlights the dangers of arrogance. The Grouchy Ladybug’s stubbornness and quarrels teach a lesson in humility, as it faces natural consequences when picking fights with those stronger than itself. With humor and vivid illustrations, children come to see that grouchiness and conflict often invite painful correction, while humility brings peace.

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What is this book
What’s This Book About?
The Grouchy Ladybug has delighted readers of all ages with the story of a bad-tempered bug who won't say "please" or "thank you," won't share, and thinks it is bigger and better than anyone else. Readers will love how this testy ladybug introduces them to many new animals and learns that maybe being grouchy isn’t always the best option.

Anything I need to be aware of?

VIEW FLAGS
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Illustrator: Eric Carle
Publisher: HarperCollins
Published: 1977
Page Count: 48
ISBN13: 9780064434508
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