I'm a Monster Truck
A First little golden book Series
What’s inside...
Join a red monster truck as he navigates the roads and learns valuable life lessons about friendship, adventure, and responsibility. This little truck ends up discovering that he's much more than just a mighty machine. The bestselling Little Golden Book is now available as a board book for any toddler that loves trucks! It’s not just a truck – it’s a MONSTER TRUCK – and preschoolers are going to love it! Featuring the bright and bold artwork of award-winning illustrator Bob Staake, truck fans everywhere can start their engines and ride along with Mudenstein and his mammoth machine friends for all of their crashing, smashing fun in this high-octane adventure! Keep on “trucking” and be sure to check out 'I'm a Monster Truck' (Little Golden Book), 'I'm a Truck' (Little Golden Book), and 'I’m a Truck' (Board Book).
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
2-5
Length
26 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think makes a monster truck unique compared to other vehicles?
How do you feel when you see the monster truck doing big jumps and stunts?
If you could design your own monster truck, what special features would it have?
Can you think of a time when you worked really hard to learn something new, like the monster truck learns new tricks?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use expressive gestures or sounds when discussing the monster truck's actions to make the conversation more dynamic and engaging.
As your child describes their ideal monster truck, encourage them to draw it out to blend creativity with their comprehension of the story.
Relate the monster truck’s learning process to a real-life scenario your child experiences, like learning to ride a bike, to deepen their connection with the story.
Pause at key moments in the book to ask your child what they think might happen next, fostering predictive skills and interactive reading.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Teamwork and cooperation
Explanation: Throughout 'I'm a Monster Truck,' the truck works with other vehicles to accomplish tasks, demonstrating the value of working together.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by collaborating with peers during group activities at school or in play, learning to achieve goals together.
Example Lesson: Overcoming challenges
Explanation: The monster truck faces and overcomes various obstacles in the story, teaching resilience and perseverance.
Real-World Application: Kids can relate this to tackling difficult tasks like learning to tie shoes, solving a tricky puzzle, or mastering a new skill in sports.
Example Lesson: Celebrating uniqueness
Explanation: The book highlights the unique abilities of the monster truck, encouraging self-acceptance and appreciation of differences.
Real-World Application: Children are prompted to embrace their individuality and appreciate diversity among their friends and classmates.
Example Lesson: Importance of safety
Explanation: Safety measures are emphasized when the monster truck performs stunts or navigates tricky terrains.
Real-World Application: This can translate to children being more cautious and aware of safety rules while playing or engaging in sports.