Cover of Animal School: Pokey the Mighty Warrior by Bryan Evans

A children’s book by Bryan Evans

Animal School: Pokey the Mighty Warrior

Picture bookAges 4–8Australian author

A bright story about a brave little porcupine, a bossy dingo and the quiet courage it takes to choose kindness.

Pokey Porcupine faces a bossy dingo and discovers what it truly means to be a mighty warrior.

A story to share

Made for reading, talking and imagining

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Best suited to

Children learning that real bravery includes kindness, good judgement, apology and standing up for others.

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Ideas within the story

courage • kindness • leadership • making amends

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For the classroom

Encourages discussion about bullying, leadership, consequences, apology, courage and choosing kindness.

Helpful book information

Questions parents and teachers often ask

What age is Animal School: Pokey the Mighty Warrior suitable for?

This picture book is written for ages 4–8. Children learning that real bravery includes kindness, good judgement, apology and standing up for others.

What can children talk about after reading it?

Encourages discussion about bullying, leadership, consequences, apology, courage and choosing kindness.