The Clever Boy and the Terrible, Dangerous Animal Preview
Channel: Hoopoe Books Programs
Date: 2020-04-05

This video is a preview of the Hoopoe Books title:
The Clever Boy and the Terrible, Dangerous Animal
 by Idries Shah

When a boy visits another village, he is amazed to find the townspeople
terrified of something that—just because they have not seen it before—they
mistake for a terrible, dangerous animal. With his own knowledge and by
demonstration, he helps them overcome their fears.

Rose Mary Santiago's illustrations accentuate the surprise in this story in a
clever way that will delight youngsters. This is the second book in this
series illustrated by her, following the award-winning best seller, The
Farmer's Wife.

"This entertaining folktale is part of an oral tradition from the Middle East
and Central Asia. ... The colorful and humorously rendered illustrations bring
this story to life. A great choice for anyone looking for a fun folktale with a
positive message."
—The School Library Journal