A Mighty Bitey Creature
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Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2017

A Mighty Bitey Creature

Written by Ronda Armitage · Illustrated by Nikki Dyson

A mysterious biter causes chaos in the jungle. Can King Lion solve the mystery?

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In a quiet jungle, chaos erupts when Frog's bottom is mysteriously bitten. As Monkey and Zebra fall victim to the same fate, they turn to King Lion for help. Who is the mischievous biter with super-sharp teeth? Can the King of the Jungle uncover the culprit and restore peace? Dive into a lively tale filled with rhythmic language and a surprising twist that will keep you guessing until the end.

From the publisher

All is quiet in the jungle. But not for long! “Who bit my lovely green bottom?” shouts Frog. He rushes to tell King Lion, who will surely know just what to do. But soon Monkey (eek-eek-eek! ) and Zebra (ya-a-a hooo! ) encounter something mighty and bitey, too. Can the King of the Jungle save them all? What kind of creature would test its super-sharp teeth on everything it meets? Vivid illustrations, rhythmic language, and a surprise perpetrator combine for a rollicking read.

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
40
Reading age
3–7
Audience
Picture
Themes & topics
Books about animalsBooks about teethBooks about social themesBooks about manners and etiquetteBooks about jungle animals
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The parent guide

What families may want to know

Every family reads differently. These are the concepts our editors noticed in this book — worth seeking out for some readers, worth knowing about for others. The list isn't exhaustive, but it's a spoiler-light head start.

Potty Humor

This book repeatedly talks about bottoms being bitten.

What readers & critics say

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4.3

My 3 year old thought this was hilarious, but I thought it was just OK, and the creature biting everyone's bottom solidified both his (and my opinion).

Marmee

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Book details

Publication
Published
June 12, 2018
First published
October 5, 2017
Publisher
Candlewick
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780763698782

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