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Nasty Names Are Hurtful: An Australian white ibis responds to name-calling in the city

by Rick Lecouteur

A city ibis faces hurtful labels

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AlbakiReads Editorial

A city ibis faces hurtful labels

Penny, an Australian white ibis, lives in the city after changes caused by people disrupt her family’s wetland habitat. Her scavenging brings ridicule from other birds, while she privately reflects on the home they have lost. The story connects name-calling and its effects with a wider look at how human changes to habitats shape wildlife’s lives. Its central concerns are empathy, acceptance, and the impact of thoughtless behavior.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Children ages 4–8 exploring kindness and name-calling
  • Young readers interested in Australian wildlife and habitats

Themes

Name-calling and its effectsEmpathy and acceptanceHuman impact on wildlife habitatsResilience

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Book overview

In "Nasty Names Are Hurtful: An Australian White Ibis Responds to Name-Calling in the City," meet Penny, an Australian white ibis navigating city life after human-induced changes disrupt her natural wetland habitat. Despite her graceful nature, Penny faces relentless mockery and name-calling from fellow birds who label her "bin chicken" and "picnic pirate" due to her scavenging behavior in urban settings. Enduring this hurtful ridicule, Penny conceals her emotions while reflecting on the circumstances that forced her family into the cityscape, yearning for their lost wetland home.

A poignant narrative that sheds light on the repercussions of human intervention on wildlife and underscores the value of empathy and acceptance. Through Penny's resilient journey, young readers learn valuable lessons on embracing differences and the far-reaching impact of thoughtless behavior. "Nasty Names Are Hurtful" serves as a compelling exploration of resilience and compassion, resonating with readers of all ages.

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