Sometimes, children repeat bad words to feel more grown-up or to impress their friends. Deep down, they don't understand the harm this can cause or why they should be mindful of their language. That's why adults need to address the issue. A great tool for discussing this is Flick and his Mouth. Hazem Nassar shares with us the story of Flick, a little robot who wants to learn words that make him sound funny or cool. He learns bad words from television, the internet, and other robots. Using these words gets him into trouble, but he continues saying them because he thinks they are amusing. It's not until one day he wakes up and smells something rotten that he becomes concerned. The smell is coming from him, and he knows it's because of his words. However, he is so used to saying them that he can't stop. So he will have to find ways to resolve his situation.

Hazem Nassar's work is impressive because he is not only the author but also the illustrator. I loved his images because they show amusing situations with colorful and expressive characters. The story is educational and entertaining, with many unexpected situations. Everything is narrated in simple language that is ideal for young readers. I also liked this book because children will be able to identify with some of the situations. I found Flick likable, and his desire to improve is a positive example. Once he notices the problem, he realizes that he has to clean up his mind and his behavior. He has to work hard for a while, but in doing so, he discovers the value of determination. Flick and his Mouth shows children that words have consequences and that changing bad habits is possible.

Flick and his Mouth, written and illustrated by Hazem Nassar, is an intriguing read. The titular character is a young robot that wants to expand his vocabulary. More specifically, he wants to learn what to say to give off the impression that he is funny and cool. After some research, he learnt new words that he deemed worth repeating to achieve his goals. However, many people were not impressed with his speech. In fact, he got in trouble with other robots because of his use of offensive language. Despite this dilemma, Flick is convinced that these words are hilarious. However, he quickly changes his mind once he truly realizes the negative consequences of his bad habit. Now that he wants to stop, Flick cannot control his mouth.

I enjoyed reading Flick and his Mouth by Hazem Nassar. Aside from being eye-catching, the illustrations also contribute to children's better understanding of the story. I like that the plot is simple but thought-provoking. Although this story is specifically about discouraging children from using bad words, I appreciate that it also serves to dissuade everyone from picking up bad habits in general. The story is well-paced and this helped to make Flick’s character arc very compelling. I believe that the intended audience will easily relate to Flick. Additionally, the other characters deliver some funny lines. I highly recommend Flick and his Mouth to everyone, especially to parents who have children with a similar dilemma like Flick. This is a fun read and a great conversation starter for readers of all ages.