by Janell Cannon (Author), Janell Cannon (Illustrator)
Pinduli's mama has always told her that she's the most beautiful hyena ever. But Dog, Lion, and Zebra don't think so. Why else would they make her feel so rotten about her big ears, her fuzzy mane, and her wiggly stripes? Poor Pinduli just wants to disappear--and she tries everything she can think of to make that happen. Yet nothing goes her way. Nothing, that is, until a case of mistaken identity lets her show the creatures of the African savanna how a few tiny words--bad or good--can create something enormous.
Janell Cannon, the creator of the bestselling Stellaluna, introduces yet another endearing character in this triumphant story about self-image, self-acceptance, and treating others with respect.
Includes notes about hyenas and other animals of the African savanna.
Author Biography
JANELL CANNON is the award-winning author and illustrator of picture books about unappreciated and fascinating creatures, including Crickwing, Verdi, and the beloved bestseller Stellaluna. She lives in Southern California.
Number of Pages: 48
Dimensions: 0.5 x 10.1 x 10.2 IN
Illustrated: Yes
Publication Date: September 01, 2004
Award: Grand Canyon Reader Award (2007)
Award: Colorado Children's Book Award (2006)
Award: North Carolina Children's Book Award (2006)
Accelerated Reader:
Quiz Name: Pinduli
Interest Level: Lower Grades, K-3
Reading Level: 3.6
Point Value: 0.5
