A Monster Is Eating This Book
What’s inside...
For fans of The Book With No Pictures and The Monster at the End of this Book, this hilarious and interactive picture book introduces a word-eating monster who hides a delightful surprise. As readers navigate through the book, they must tread carefully and quietly to avoid waking the sleeping monster who has an insatiable appetite for words. But once awakened, the monster devours words voraciously, causing a dilemma about how to continue reading. The identity of this seemingly fearsome creature is eventually revealed to be not only harmless but also utterly adorable.
Age
4-8
Length
40 pages
Text complexity
Character compass
The Narrator
Monster
Discussion points
How do you think the monster feels about eating the book, and why?
What would you do if you found a monster nibbling on your favorite book?
Can you imagine what the monster looks like? Describe it using your wildest imagination!
Why do you think the monster chose this book to eat? What makes it so special?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to put themselves in the shoes of the characters. Ask them how they would feel and react in similar situations. Utilize expressive read-aloud techniques to bring the scenes to life, changing your voice for the monster or other characters. After reading, consider creating a drawing session where your child can illustrate their version of the monster or another scene from the book. This enhances comprehension and makes the reading experience more interactive and memorable.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Courage Over Fear
Explanation: In 'A Monster Is Eating This Book,' the story creatively takes children on a journey where they confront a monster (representing fear) by turning the pages, symbolizing action despite fear.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to face their personal fears, whether trying something new or overcoming daily challenges, by taking small steps of bravery.
Example Lesson: Reading as Exploration
Explanation: The book uses the metaphor of a monster eating the pages to show that reading is an adventure that devours the unknown.
Real-World Application: Kids are encouraged to view reading as an exciting exploration of knowledge and imagination, leading to a lifelong love for books.
Example Lesson: Problem Solving
Explanation: As the characters in the book try different strategies to stop the monster, it teaches children about problem-solving and finding solutions.
Real-World Application: This lesson can help children approach obstacles in their lives with a strategic mindset, promoting critical thinking.
Example Lesson: Creativity and Innovation
Explanation: The unique narrative and interactive reading experience emphasize creative thinking and innovative approaches.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to think creatively in real-world situations and to innovate solutions rather than feeling stuck.