I Am Scary Read-Along

by Elise Gravel, read by Kirstie Hudson

tagged: monsters, humorous stories, imagination & play

Description

From the prolific and beloved author and illustrator Elise Gravel comes this funny and cute board book for the littlest readers.

In this sweet little book, a monster tries to scare a young child. But the child insists the monster is not scary but actually quite huggable.

About the Authors

Elise Gravel is an award-winning author and illustrator. Well known for her odd critters and unusual drawing style, Elise creates books that are popular with adults and children alike. In 2012 she won the Governor General’s Award for French-language illustration for La clé à molette. Elise lives in Montreal with her husband, two daughters and two cranky cats.

Kirstie Hudson is an editor and writer in Victoria, British Columbia. She was a reporter and producer with the CBC in Toronto, Vancouver, Prince Rupert and Victoria. In her award-winning career as a journalist, Kirstie's work was recognized with a Jack Webster Award, Radio Television Digital News Association Awards and a Gabriel Award. As an instructor at the University of Victoria and Royal Roads University, Kirstie shared her love of storytelling with students in writing, communications and journalism. She co-authored Picking Up the Pieces: Residential School Memories and the Making of the Witness Blanket with Carey Newman. In 2020, the book was a finalist for the City of Victoria Butler Book Prize and the Norma Fleck Award for Canadian Children’s Nonfiction.

Age:: 0 to 2
Grade:: p to 12
Reading age:: 0 to 2

Editorial Reviews

“Gravel captures humor and heart in a simple dialogue between the goofy aquamarine monster and apathetic child. The contrasting pairing provides a classic setup, and a heartwarming resolution brings satisfaction to the hilarious exchange.”

— Booklist

“This charming, unique and witty board book is perfect for little hands and for adults to tuck away in a diaper bag for an extra giggle on the go.”

— CM: Canadian Review of Materials

“Profoundly effective in its economy of storytelling in the way the best kids books are...Gravel understands what can make childhood stories like Where the Wild Things Are and The Runaway Bunny eternal...I Am Scary is immensely charming.”

— Readers by Night blog

“Beguiling...This book feels like a comedy skit lovingly performed for an intimate audience.”

— Publishers Weekly

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I Am Scary Read-Along

by Elise Gravel, read by Kirstie Hudson

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