Don't Squeal Unless It's a Big Deal

Written by Jeanie Franz Ransom · Illustrated by Jackie Urbanovic

When is tattling necessary? Discover the difference between squealing and seeking help.

4.1 Goodreads · 341 ratings

32 pages· 1,163 words· Est. 9 min read-aloud· ~510L· AR 2.9 · 0.5 AR pts

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Bookroo's summary

In a world where tattling is common, young children must learn when to speak up and when to handle things themselves. This engaging story guides kids through the tricky terrain of deciding when to involve adults and when to resolve issues on their own. With relatable scenarios and a touch of humor, children will explore the motivations behind tattling and learn valuable lessons about communication and independence. Will they find the balance between being helpful and seeking attention? Perfect for young grade-schoolers navigating social dynamics.

From the publisher

Although most kids’ problems are kid-sized ones that they can work out themselves, tattling is a fact of life for young children. Their ability to solve problems on their own is just developing, and they often feel they can’t manage a situation without help from an adult. As every teacher and parent knows, kids also tattle on their classmates and siblings because they want to look like the “good child” or be appreciated as helpful, or even just get some attention. And of course, kids sometimes tattle as a means of getting back at another child, especially a bigger brother or sister. Don’t Squeal Unless It’s a Big Deal helps kids learn when telling is appropriate and when it is merely squealing. With warmth and humor, this story for young grade-schoolers offers easy guidelines so that kids know when to talk to each other, and when to call in the grown-ups. A Note to Teachers and Parents is also included.

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