Book details
Junie B. Jones Has a Monster Under Her Bed (Junie B. Jones, No. 8)
Description
Meet the World's Funniest KindergartnerJunie B. Jones!With over 50 million books in print, Barbara Park's New York Times bestselling chapter book series, Junie B. Jones, is a classroom favorite and has been keeping kids laughingand readingfor over 20 years! In the 8th Junie B. Jones book, Junie B. knows there's no such thing as monsters. Mother and Daddy even said so. But then why is there monster drool on Junie B.'s pillow? Oh, no! What if Paulie Allen Puffer is rightwhat if she really does have a monster under her bed? If Junie B. goes to sleep, the monster might see her feet hanging down. And he might think her piggy toes are yummy little wiener sausages! USA TODAY: "Junie B. is the darling of the young-reader set." Publisher's Weekly: "Park convinces beginning readers that Junie B.and readingare lots of fun." Kirkus Reviews: "Junie's swarms of young fans will continue to delight in her unique take on the world.A hilarious, first-rate read-aloud." Time Magazine: "Junie B. Jones is a feisty six-year-old with an endearing penchant for honesty."From the Trade Paperback edition.
Age
5-7
Text complexity
emerging
Length
80 pages
Book in series
#8
Why to read
- Develops Reading Skills: 'Junie B. Jones Has a Monster Under Her Bed' is written in a way that is accessible and engaging for young readers. It helps children improve their reading fluency and comprehension while enjoying the story.
- Relatable Themes: The book deals with common childhood fears, such as being afraid of monsters under the bed. It allows children to see how Junie B. handles her fear, which can be comforting and provide strategies for dealing with their own fears.
- Entertaining and Humorous: Barbara Park's writing is known for its humor and wit. The character of Junie B. Jones is funny and endearing, making the reading experience enjoyable and entertaining for kids.
- Encourages Imagination: The story invites readers to use their imagination as they follow Junie B.'s adventures. It encourages creative thinking and helps children to explore their own ideas about imaginary monsters and how to face them.