Badger's Bad Mood

by Hiawyn Oram, Susan Varley (Illustrations)

Why is Badger in a bad mood? His friends come together to find out in this lovable, acclaimed picture book.

Badger's down in the dumps. Not even visits from his friends, Mole, Squirrel, and Rabbit, can cheer him up. Then Mole comes up with a plan to show Badger how loved and appreciated he is. A big Awards Ceremony is held -- and Badger is named "Most Loved No Matter What His Mood." Soon Badger's bad mood is gone -- and he's learned the importance of friends!

Genres: Picture Books, Animals

32 pages, Paperback

First published May 1, 1998

About the author

Hiawyn Oram is a very successful author of children's books in Britain. Her books include the popular Not-So-Grizzly Bear Stories, the Animal Heroes series, and Mona the Vampire. She lives in London.

Reviews

[Lexi McPherson Wade · Rating 5 out of 5]

I randomly found this at the thrift store. Full on sobs by the end. I feel like it was a gift from heaven. My new favorite children’s book. It will be displayed in my house for sure. Mole is the friend I aspire to be. I’m obsessed

[Rose Rosetree · Rating 5 out of 5]

The language here reminds me strongly of the "Winnie the Poo" books.

If you love them, you will likely love this modern-day version. Not by British Author A.A. Milne (deceased in 1956) but by Hiawyn Oram.

[Roland · Rating 3 out of 5]

Badger is clearly depressed in this book. I was a bit surprised at how dark it was for him. It has a cute ending but still.

[pier63 · Rating 3 out of 5]

アナグマさんはごきげんななめ

[The Brothers · Rating 3 out of 5]

We all are prone to falling into depression and self-pity once in awhile and in this story it's Badger's turn. His friend, Mole, thinks of an endearing way to let Badger know just how important he is in his community.

Whimsical illustrations.

[Kareena · Rating 4 out of 5]

A special story from my very special daughter ☺️

[Theresa · Rating 3 out of 5]

Badger's Bad Mood (pb)
by Hiawyn Oram
learning why someone is upset is always a discovery. The friends in this story find many avenues to help their friend Badger come to terms of what he feels.