But I’m just one fish! / Am I really that strong?” Although some parents might find the message overdone, younger readers will learn the importance of standing up for others. The story contains a lot of repetition and includes a refrain: “Shark acted badly. Right from the start, the theme of The Pout-Pout Fish and the Bully Shark is clear. The shark continuously shows bad behavior, which causes Mr.

They are having fun until a mean shark shows up and bullies the smaller creatures.

Fish and his friends are playing at Tummy Tickle Park. Thanks to Union Presbyterian Seminary alumna Loren Tate Mitchell for writing this week’s book review.Mr. Does the Bible demonstrate for us how to stand up to injustice? In what ways?.What does the Bible tell us about being a bully?.How does this book illustrate the difference between what is good behavior and what is bad behavior toward another person?.Jesus’ interactions with the woman at the well or the parable of the Good Samaritan are all possibilities. It could also be utilized when talking about Acts and the disciples finding their voice and working together to spread the good news. Some scripture passages it may be paired with are 1 Corinthians 12 and a variety of gifts, or misuse of power-consider King David and his sins and temptations. It could be used to talk about lifting one’s voice against injustice.

It can be used to talk about being children of God, made in God’s image and how we are called to respect one another. Theological Conversation Partners: This book is great for a Sunday School or Children’s Time setting in worship. How does the perspective on gender/race/culture/economics/ability make a difference to the story? This book is timeless and classic because it bypasses all socio-economic categories and focuses on something that all children have in common-the need to feel safe, the need to feel heard, and the struggle to be brave in the face of bullying which is (sadly) all too prevalent in their lives from a very early age. But I’m just one fish! Am I really that strong?” The book is colorfully illustrated with familiar characters if one has read other books in the series. Literary elements at work in the story: The book has a wonderful rhythm and rhyme with a powerful refrain, “Shark acted badly. In the end, Pout-Pout fish realizes his voice is strong and when he confronts the shark, his friends join him in solidarity to make their playground safe and welcoming for all. Throughout the story Pout-Pout Fish wonders if he is strong enough to stand up to the bully shark who is ruining their day. Summary: In the newest Pout-Pout Fish book, our main character is playing with his friends on the playground when a big mean shark comes and bullies them. Title: The Pout-Pout Fish and the Bully-Bully Shark

Pout pout fish and the bully shark