Mary my boss will love this one.

Scary Mary ruled the roost. Other animals wanted to play with her, but she would scare them away. She put up signs and gates to keep them out. Scary Mary kept all the sunflower seeds to herself. The animals wanted to join her. Scary Mary shouted “No!”

When Scary Mary was all alone and had the barnyard to herself, she realized that being alone was very lonely. How will Scary Mary ever get the other animals to want to play with her again? You'll have to read this wonderful book to find out.

This is a debut book from Paula Bowles. This hilarious story will teach young readers about sharing and friendship. Vivid pictures of Scary Mary's frantic outbursts, will have kids giggling. Bullying is a big topic in schools, and this is a perfect way to teach a lesson about bullying. Parents and teachers can utilize this tool to open up dialogue and help children better understand how to deal with a bully. ( )

Scary Mary is a hen in the barnyard. When the other animals ask her to play, she chases them away. Scary Mary puts up gates. Scary Mary practices making scary faces. Scary Mary keeps all of the sunflower seeds. She rules the barnyard. Ruling the barnyard isn't much fun when Scary Mary is all by herself. What can she do? ( )