Burglar Bill

A burglar creeps down the street, climbs the wall, and slips through the window on another night of stealing — until someone burgles him right back.

For the kid who loves a sneaky character and a good creeping-through-the-dark routine, this is a bedtime story with a mischievous streak.

• Big idea: What goes around comes around — and even a burglar can have a change of heart.
• Vibes: Sneaky, playful, and a little bit naughty, with a warm turn at the end.

• like to act out sneaking and creeping
• enjoy a bit of mischief in their stories
• respond well to repeated, rhythmic questions like 'Who's that?'
• are working on understanding right from wrong

• Story & prediction: Who do you think is creeping down the street and climbing up the wall?
• Feelings & empathy: How do you think Burglar Bill felt when someone burgled him?
• Real-life connection: Have you ever had something of yours taken, and how did that feel?
• Imagination: If you saw someone climbing through a window at night, what would you do?
• Character change: Why do you think Burglar Bill decided to change his ways?