The Monster in the Backpack
Part of the Candlewick Sparks series
- Subject
- Humorous Stories
- Age
- 3-5 years
- Format
- Trade Paperback
- Pages
- 40
- Publisher
- Candlewick Press (MA)
- Size
- 14.7 cm × 22.4 cm
- ISBN
- 9780763666439
Having trouble with your backpack zipper? Maybe there’s a monster inside! A little girl slowly warms up to her unexpected guest in this funny story.
When Annie unzips her backpack and finds a monster inside, it’s hard to say who is more shocked. "AAAAHHHH!" yells the monster. "EEEEEEKKKK!" yells Annie. Then the monster proceeds to gobble up Annie’s sandwich, put gum in her boot, and tear up her homework to use as confetti for an "Annie is great" parade during class. With perfect comic timing, this charming story depicts a young girl’s shift from annoyance to affection as a disarming monster makes an untimely appearance.
When Annie unzips her backpack and finds a monster inside, it’s hard to say who is more shocked. "AAAAHHHH!" yells the monster. "EEEEEEKKKK!" yells Annie. Then the monster proceeds to gobble up Annie’s sandwich, put gum in her boot, and tear up her homework to use as confetti for an "Annie is great" parade during class. With perfect comic timing, this charming story depicts a young girl’s shift from annoyance to affection as a disarming monster makes an untimely appearance.
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What reviewers said
Spirited and funny...an offbeat alternative to easy readers depicting more orthodox friendships.
A funny book with brightly-colored, action-filled illustrations.
Author Lisa Moser’s training in elementary education and reading is obvious. She captures the mindset of her school-aged readers while using attainable vocabulary.
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