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Monsters at Christmas
Series: Monsters Everywhere
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See moreMonsters at Christmas is a zany picture book, packed with festive, mischievous monsters preparing for Christmas!
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Merry monsters, hairy monsters, monsters trailing slime. Shiny monsters, tiny monsters, all at Christmas time!
Children will love this super-fun title packed with hilarious monsters preparing for Christmas! Follow the monsters as they play in the snow and slide on the ice, decorate the house, and go shopping for presents... and watch out for Santa monster hiding in every scene!
There is plenty to spot on every page, with playful, bright artwork, and lots of festive, amusing mishaps. Energetic, wacky, and characterful monsters are drawn in a vibrant, contemporary style by Ukrainian illustrator Nina Dzyvulska β spot Sprinkle monster baking up a storm, Teeth monster decking all the halls, and Roar monster trying out Santa's sleigh!
The simple narrative with fun wordplay and a gentle rhyme is perfect for reading aloud, ideal for preschoolers and early readers as they build up their vocabulary and reading confidence.
This bold, bright, and playful book is sure to be enjoyed time and time again by young readers as they are thrilled by the merry escapades of the Christmas monsters!
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Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?
Monsters at Christmas is appreciated for its humorous take on festive preparations, featuring a lively cast of brightly coloured monsters. The collaboration between author Laura Baker and Ukrainian illustrator Dzyvulska brings a vibrant touch to this children's story, setting it apart as an engaging holiday read.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9780711276703
Publisher: Quarto Publishing PLC
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 07 September 2023
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Happy Yak
Illustration: Fully illustrated
Contributors:
- Illustrated by Nina Dzyvulska
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Width: 250.0mm
Height: 250.0mm
Weight: 300g
Pages: 32
About the Author
Laura Baker grew up in Canada with a passion for stories. She now lives in a lovely coastal town in Wales with her husband, two sons and big basset hound. She loves finding special stories to tell in the everyday, relatable world of a child (or dog). Nina Dzyvulska is an illustrator from Kyiv, Ukraine. She is passionate about merging the world of motherhood with her art. Nina studied at the Kiev Academy of Arts and Architecture. Her brightly coloured, fun loving illustrations portray a sense of joy and youthfulness.
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