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| Hangry by Drew BrockingtonWhat it's about: Hankering for hot dogs, a little lizard monster heads into the city, only to discover that the best hot dog joint is closed. Now the monster is both hungry AND angry, and as his temper grows, so does he, leading to a tantrum of epic proportions.
Who it's for: While everyone can enjoy Hangry's energetic, graphic novel-style artwork, the story will resonate with kids (and adults) who get cranky when they need a snack.
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| My Teacher Is a Monster! (No, I Am Not.) by Peter BrownWhat it’s about: Bobby and his teacher, Ms. Kirby, don't get along -- after all, Ms. Kirby is a mean, green, sharp-toothed monster! Bobby's behavior isn't perfect, but are a few paper airplanes a good reason for Ms. Kirby to stomp, roar, and take away recess?
What happens: A chance encounter at the park leads teacher and student to see each other differently.
For fans of: Mr. Tiger Goes Wild, who will welcome creator Peter Brown's blocky art and pitch-perfect humor. |
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| I Will Chomp You! by Jory John; illustrated by Bob SheaBe careful: the snaggled-toothed monster in this exuberant book seems awfully serious about chomping anyone who reads it! Sure, his bites aren’t exactly precise, but he's bound to get more frantic as you turn the pages and get closer to his delicious, sugary secret. If you like: dangerously silly metafiction like Adam Lehrhaupt's Warning or John Perry's The Book That Eats People, it might be safe for you to try I Will Chomp You!...but don't say we didn't warn you! |
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| The Little Shop of Monsters by R.L. Stine; illustrated by Marc BrownWelcome to: a very unusual shop, in which a sinister narrator guides readers through cages filled with slimy, toothy, scaly, googly-eyed monsters.
Why kids might like it: Although the monsters are more goofy than gruesome, this story has an ominous undercurrent: "At the Little Shop of Monsters, you don’t choose a monster... a monster chooses YOU!”
About the creators: Author R.L. Stine has thrilled generations of kids with his popular Goosebumps books, while illustrator Marc Brown is best known for the beloved, bespectacled Arthur. |
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| Gargantua (Jr!): Defender of Earth by Kevin SylvesterWhat it's about: "I want to grow up to be just like my mom," declares an ambitious baby dino-monster, watching in awe as Mom (a reformed rampager) protects the Earth from threats and provides helpful demolition.
However: When trying to tackle a big job, the little monster bites off more than they can chew. Will Mom come to the rescue? (Spoiler alert: she does.)
Read it for: an offbeat twist on monster-movie hijinks, and a sweet (but subtle) message about family and teamwork. |
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The Monster at the End of This Book
by Jon Stone
What happens: Grover asks readers not the turn the page, as he is worried about the "monster at the end of this book," but there's a funny surprise ending for both Grover and the reader.
Classic alert: Many adults name this book as their favorite Little Golden Book, and generations of kids have interacted with lovable, furry old Grover.
Why kids might like it: Grover uses suspense while talking directly to your little reader to build up to the mystery monster at the end of the book.
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I Need My Monster
by Amanda Noll
What happens: Checking under the bed for his monster, Ethan discovers that he is gone fishing for a week, and realizing he can't sleep without him tries to find a substitute monster.
Why kids might like it: It turns a common childhood fear on its head and neutralizes it with a sweet and funny story.
Art alert: The digital artwork includes eye catch neon colors and creative character design.
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The Monster Who Ate My Peas
by Danny Schnitzlein
What happens: A young boy agrees to give a disgusting monster first his soccer ball, then his bike in return for eating the boy's peas, but when the monster asks for his puppy, the boy makes a surprising discovery.
Why kids might like it: Kids who love gross things will be delighted by this monster with hairy feet who's covered in rotten vegetables.
Why you might like it: The rhyming story flows and is a joy to read aloud.
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Contact your librarian for more great books for ages 0-8!
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