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Description
Mr Rude is the rudest man you'll ever meet. When Mr Happy notices how awful Mr Rude is being, he sets out to teach him a lesson in etiquette. This series was created by Roger Hargreaves.
Quick Summary
Kids who love a good laugh will find exactly what they're looking for in "Mr. Rude," a short, punchy story from Roger Hargreaves's beloved Mr. Men series. The book pits the perpetually polite Mr. Happy against the title character, whose exaggerated rudeness sets up plenty of silly, slap-stick moments that even early readers can enjoy on their own. As the story unfolds, Mr. Happy takes it upon himself to school Mr. Rude in the basics of etiquette, and the resulting mix of bright cartoon pictures and simple, rhythmic sentences keeps the pace quick and the humor fresh. It's a great choice for reluctant readers who need a quick win, or for kids who already adore the Mr. Men characters and want another round of mischief. Parents will appreciate that the book delivers a gentle lesson about manners without sounding preachy, and the whole thing wraps up in just a few pages, making it perfect for a bedtime read-aloud. If your child has already cheered for "Mr. Happy" or "Mr. Bump," they'll jump right into this one.