{"product_id":"9780141332031","title":"The Bad","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a children’s picture book that follows a bad-tempered ladybird as it learns that kindness can brighten every day. The central message centers on emotional growth, sharing, and turning a cranky mood into friendly moments. It’s ideal for preschoolers and early readers who enjoy warm, reassuring stories with a gentle moral. The tone is comforting, hopeful, and encouraging.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe story is presented in a story-led format with bold, collage-inspired illustrations and innovative die-cut pages that reveal the rising and falling sun. The day’s progression invites young readers to notice time cues, compare sizes, and reflect on how small acts of kindness make a big difference. This is a picture book designed for active, curious participation and repeated read-alouds.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReaders move through the experience by turning pages, spotting big and small details, and discussing how sharing and patience shape the day. The interactive layout supports engaged reading, while the simple rhythm and clear progression make it accessible for independent reading as well as guided sessions with a caregiver.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eDie-cut pages that illustrate the sun’s rise and fall, adding a tactile, visual cue to the story\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eKey concepts: telling time, size comparisons (big vs. small), and the value of sharing\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBold, collage-inspired illustrations that are engaging for young eyes and hands\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStory-led narrative with gentle repetition to support early literacy and comprehension\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIdeal for read-aloud sessions, parent–child discussions, and independent exploration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eAfter finishing, readers gain a warm takeaway: kindness improves days, strengthens friendships, and builds confidence to consider others. It nurtures curiosity about daily life and fosters a lasting sense of empathy and joyful learning within a reassuring, memorable experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Crossword.in","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48540417458393,"sku":"9780141332031","price":383.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0648\/3066\/9017\/files\/91Y3ZIOxyeL._SL1500.jpg?v=1779278860","url":"https:\/\/www.crossword.in\/products\/9780141332031","provider":"Crossword.in ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}