There Was An Old Monster!
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Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 2009 · Est. 4 min read-aloud

There Was An Old Monster!

Written and illustrated by Rebecca Emberley and Ed Emberley · Written by Adrian Emberley

A monster swallows creatures to cure a tick-induced stomach ache.

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32 pages· 442 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud· AD430L
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Bookroo's summary

A monster with a peculiar appetite swallows ants, a lizard, and more, all in a bid to cure a tick-induced stomach ache. But when he attempts to gulp down a lion, things take a wild turn. Will his unusual diet finally bring relief, or will it lead to his downfall? This humorous tale, filled with vibrant illustrations and a catchy tune, promises laughter and surprises at every turn.

From the publisher

A brand-new monster twist–by a Caldecott medalist and his daughter!There was an old monster who swallowed a tickI don’t know why he swallowed that tick’Cause it made him feel sick!When he swallowed some ants, he danced in his pants. He swallowed a lizard, a bat, a jackal, and a bear. Then he tried to swallow a lion . . . ROAR!–Now that monster is no more! Children will laugh along with the funny text, bright bold illustrations, and delightful song (available on the Scholastic website).

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
32
Words
442
Reading age
3–5
Audience
Picture
Lexile
AD430L
Themes & topics
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
3.7
F&P level
~L
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
131848
Publication
Published
July 1, 2009
Publisher
Orchard Books
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780545101455
LCCN
2008007191
OCLC
225846515

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