Age Group: 3 - 6 Years

Description: Hilda and Henry are so wildly disobedient that their exasperated parents send them to live at the zoo. There, the children cause chaos, tying snakes in knots and unsettling every animal—until the zookeeper puts them in with Brian, a bad-tempered lion. Terrified by Brian’s roars and his habit of eating all their food, Hilda and Henry quickly regret their behavior and promise to behave if allowed to return home. Their parents agree, but bring Brian along to keep the children in line. The vibrant, colorful illustrations and offbeat humor make this a lively tale about consequences, wildness, and the sometimes questionable effectiveness of grown-up solutions. The ending hints that Hilda and Henry’s mischief may not be over, delighting readers with a playful twist