I Need My Monster

I Need My Monster
Author: Amanda Noll
Publisher: Flashlight Press
Total Pages: 40
Release: 2009-04-01
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1936261162

Scholastic Book Club Selection Alabama Camellia Award list, 2010-11, K-1 category A unique monster-under-the-bed story with the perfect balance of giggles and shivers, this picture book relies on the power of humor over fear, appeals to a child's love for creatures both alarming and absurd, and glorifies the scope of a child's imagination. One night, when Ethan checks under his bed for his monster, Gabe, he finds a note from him instead: "Gone fishing. Back in a week." Ethan knows that without Gabe's familiar nightly scares he doesn't stand a chance of getting to sleep, so Ethan interviews potential substitutes to see if they've got the right equipment for the job—pointy teeth, sharp claws, and a long tail—but none of them proves scary enough for Ethan. When Gabe returns sooner than expected from his fishing trip, Ethan is thrilled. It turns out that Gabe didn't enjoy fishing because the fish scared too easily.

The Monster Who Came to Visit

The Monster Who Came to Visit
Author: Neesa Bally
Publisher: Neesa Bally
Total Pages: 34
Release: 2020-07-30
Genre:
ISBN: 9789768289582

In this humorous, rhyming story a little girl's attempts to befriend a monster lead from one disaster to the next. All is not lost though as this unlikely pair may have more in common than you think.

Hey, That's MY Monster!

Hey, That's MY Monster!
Author: Amanda Noll
Publisher: Flashlight Press
Total Pages: 37
Release: 2018-03-21
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1947277081

This enhanced eBook features read-along narration. Winner: CLC Seal of Approval 2017 Literary Classics Book Awards, Silver, Preschool/Early Reader Fantasy Finalist: 2017 Literary Classics Book Awards 2017 PNBA Long-List When Ethan looks under the bed for his monster, he finds this note instead: "So long, kid. Gotta go. Someone needs me more than you do. –Gabe" How will Ethan ever get to sleep without his monster's familiar, comforting snorts? And who could need Gabe more than Ethan does? Gabe must have gone to Ethan's little sister's room! She has been climbing out of bed every night to play, and obviously needs a monster to help her get to sleep – but not HIS monster! Ethan tries to help his sister find her own monster, but none are the perfect blend of cute and creepy. Just when it seems that Ethan will lose his monster forever, an uninvited, tutu-toting little monster full of frightening fun appears. Following in the spooky-silly tradition of I Need My Monster, here's another irresistible monster-under-the-bed story with the perfect balance of giggles and shivers.

Monstersaurus!

Monstersaurus!
Author: Claire Freedman
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 32
Release: 2011-09-29
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0857075241

Monty LOVES inventing But things don't always work - His walking toaster ran away And the robot went BERSERK! But then one day Monty found a book with instructions on how to create inventions very rare... read it if you dare! 'Fun, colourful and dynamic for 3+. It will brighten Halloween no end.' The Times 'This brand new picture book from the Aliens Love Underpants creators is great...This book will be enjoyed again and again.' We Love this Book 'A fabulous book combining fun, rhythmic text and bright, dynamic illustrations.' Creative Steps 'Brilliantly zany illustrations tell you the story along with the rhyming text. There's a big - and hilarious - surprise at the end. A really enjoyable book.' Parents in Touch 'A monstrous new tale…full of riotous rhyme and boy appeal.' The Bookseller 'No Aliens this Christmas, but fans can look forward to a monstrous new invention from the award-winning author and illustrator team.' The Bookseller Children's Buyer's Guide 'It's a cracking read, very grisly and very compelling.' The Bookseller Children's Buyers Guide 'The brilliant Aliens Love Underpants pair have dreamed up a big, bold thriller of a picture book...this is a guaranteed favourite.' Daily Mail

Quit Calling Me a Monster!

Quit Calling Me a Monster!
Author: Jory John
Publisher: RH Childrens Books
Total Pages: 32
Release: 2016-08-23
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0385389922

The talented creators of I Will Chomp You! brilliantly frame the struggle to buck stereotypes and learn empathy in this monster’s hilarious lament. Floyd Peterson is so much more than shaggy purple fur and pointy monster teeth— why can’t people just see him for him? Jory John and Bob Shea have struck gold in creating a knee-slapping, read-it-again story that will start a valuable discussion about how we treat others and how it feels to be seen as “different.”

Mini Monsters: Can I Play?

Mini Monsters: Can I Play?
Author: Caryl Hart
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 35
Release: 2020-06-11
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1471182681

The first title in a brand-new preschool series about friendship and emotions Set in a preschool for mini monsters, this fantastic new series stars four lovable characters who are learning valuable lessons about friendship and how to get along. In Can I Play?, Sparkle is getting ready to put on a magic show with her best friend, Arthur. But when Scout tries to join in, Sparkles loses her temper and cancels the show. She soon learns that some games are much better with all your friends! A colourful and energetic picture book from the exceptional new pairing of Caryl Hart and Tony Neal.

Goodnight, Little Monster

Goodnight, Little Monster
Author: Helen Ketteman
Publisher: Marshall Cavendish
Total Pages: 32
Release: 2010
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 9780761456834

Rhyming text describes a mother guiding her young monster through bedtime preparations, such as howling at the moon, snacking on worm juice and beetle bread, and choosing a bedtime story.

How I Met My Monster

How I Met My Monster
Author: Amanda Noll
Publisher: Flashlight Press
Total Pages: 40
Release: 2019-11-03
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1947277111

One night, when Ethan reaches under his bed for a toy truck, he finds this note instead: "Monsters! Meet here for final test." Ethan is sure his parents are trying to trick him into staying under the covers, until he sees five colorful sets of eyes blinking at him from beneath the bed. Soon, a colorful parade of quirky, squeaky little monsters compete to become Ethan's monster. But only the little green monster, Gabe, has the perfect blend of stomach-rumbling and snorting needed to get Ethan into bed and keep him there so he falls asleep—which as everyone knows, is the real reason for monsters under beds. With its perfect balance of giggles and shivers, this silly-spooky prequel to the award-winning I Need My Monster and Hey, That's MY Monster! will keep young readers entertained.

We're Going to Find the Monster

We're Going to Find the Monster
Author: Malorie Blackman
Publisher: Penguin UK
Total Pages: 32
Release: 2021-09-02
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0241401313

A rip-roaring picture book adventure from superstar pairing Malorie Blackman and Dapo Adeola. Over the shimmering ocean, up the huge, high mountain, through the deep, dark forest . . . WE'RE GOING TO FIND THE MONSTER! Join two intrepid adventurers as their imaginations transform their house into a wild wonderland - and their big brother becomes a mighty monster. A joy to read-aloud with its cumulative refrain, and full of funny, relatable characters, this is a contemporary celebration of creativity, fantasy and family. Written by bestselling author of Noughts & Crosses, Malorie Blackman, this story was originally published as Marty Monster. This new version has been stunningly brought to life by the award-winning illustrator of Look Up!, Dapo Adeola.

Read Aloud Bedtime Stories

Read Aloud Bedtime Stories
Author:
Publisher:
Total Pages: 328
Release: 2003
Genre: Children's stories
ISBN: 9780785397427

Twenty easy-to-read stories adapted from well-known tales and folklore.