Scruffy and Silk
ISBN: 9780645173109
Publication Date: August 2021
Author: Karen Kepert
A story about family relationships and belonging.
Mr Prim comes home from work. Scruffy jumps with joy. But Mr Prim shoos Scruffy away and plays with Silk instead. Scruffy feels unwanted until one night...
This book explores the personalities of two characters and concludes that they are both important in their own different ways. It is good for opening discussion about individual differences.
As an early reader book, the simple text uses alliteration, repetition, and descriptive action words
“An excellent story”
Ella, Primary Teacher
The book's message, that everyone is different but special in their own way, resonates with the children and supports children's sense of identity.
Jacky, Kinder Teacher
The message of this book is so important for all of us. Great pictures. A delight.
Janice, Community Support Physiotherapist