Yaccarino, Dan. 2001. THE LIMA BEAN MONSTER. Walker and Company. New York, New York. ISBN 0802787770
From the crafty bowl of lima beans made into a monster face on the title page to the turnip sprout at the end of the book the illustrations are humorous and a story all on their own. This is a story so many readers will be able to relate to as they too have tried creative ways to get rid of unwanted food. Yaccarino uses great word play with phrases like, “Me want some HUMAN beans!” and “Don’t eat me! I-I’m too small! Wouldn’t you like to eat someone bigger?” (A line stole straight from The Three Billy Goats Gruff.) This story has an exciting plot, a great sense of humor, and fantastic illustrations. This is a great read aloud for kids of all ages.
From the crafty bowl of lima beans made into a monster face on the title page to the turnip sprout at the end of the book the illustrations are humorous and a story all on their own. This is a story so many readers will be able to relate to as they too have tried creative ways to get rid of unwanted food. Yaccarino uses great word play with phrases like, “Me want some HUMAN beans!” and “Don’t eat me! I-I’m too small! Wouldn’t you like to eat someone bigger?” (A line stole straight from The Three Billy Goats Gruff.) This story has an exciting plot, a great sense of humor, and fantastic illustrations. This is a great read aloud for kids of all ages.
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