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Reviewed by Doreen Chombu for Readers' Favorite
Fear of the Unknown Is the Greatest Fear of All is a children’s picture book written by Hilary Lawrence with illustrations by Katherine Summerville. It follows a group of animals who are faced with the fiercest animal they have ever come across. Lion meets it first in a hole near the baobab tree. He warns his friends, and they decide to take turns to intimidate it. The fox, ox, bear, and owl all go to the hole to try to scare the creature with their cunning disguises, strength, and threats. Unfortunately, everything they try does not work. So they decide to take a stand together, and what they discover makes them realize that looks can be deceiving and sometimes what we fear most is not as dangerous as it seems.
Fear of the Unknown Is the Greatest Fear of All is one of Hilary Lawrence’s Life’s Greatest Moral stories, and it is a delightful tale that teaches kids some important life lessons. The characters really stand out—each animal has its own unique qualities and strengths, which kept things interesting. But the humor steals the show. Every time an animal tries to figure out what’s hiding in the hole, their reactions get more ridiculous, and their reports back are just hilarious. At its heart, the book is about facing your fears and not jumping to conclusions about things you don’t understand. Along the way, you pick up fun facts about the animals and even the baobab tree, so there’s a sneaky educational twist. The illustrations are bright and lively, pulling you right into their world. The animals are adorable—big eyes, wild colors, and lots of personality. Honestly, it’s a great book to read with your kids. It teaches them about courage, working together, and celebrating what makes them unique. If you want something entertaining and meaningful, this book is a gem.
