Once upon a time, there were three little rascals who thought they were the BIGGEST, BADDEST monsters around. But when they decide to build a huge monster of their own, he isn't exactly what the creatures were expecting. He's happy. He giggles. He's just grateful to be alive. And he has a lesson for his grouchy creators that only takes two little words.

In this playful tale from bestselling picture book author Patrick McDonnell, a very BIG monster shows three very BAD little monsters the power of boundless gratitude.

A cheeky monster story with a Zen-themed twist about appreciating the small joys that life has to offer, from Caldecott Honor winner Patrick McDonnell.

About the Author

Patrick McDonnell is the author and illustrator of the Caldecott Honor book Me . . . Jane, winner of the 2012 Charlotte Zolotow Award and a New York Times Best Illustrated Children's Book. He is also the creator of the beloved internationally syndicated comic strip Mutts, which features the characters that star in five of his previous picture books, The Gift of Nothing, Hug Time, Just Like Heaven, Wag!, and South. He has also written and illustrated the award-winning picture book Art.

Patrick is a member of the board of directors of the Humane Society of the United States. He lives in New Jersey with his wife, Karen; their two formerly feral cats, MeeMow and Not Ootie; and their adopted terrier, Amelie.

Reviews
A New York Times Bestseller

An Indiebound Bestseller

A National Parenting Publications Awards (NAPPA) Silver Winner

A Barnes & Noble Best Book of 2012

* "The story charms, but it is the overall thoughtful design that makes this a frightfully amazing book to read. Make time to share with young monsters everywhere." - Kirkus Reviews, starred review

* "McDonnell's greatest strength is to explore with tenderness the finest instincts humans show.... Another winner." - Publishers Weekly, starred review

* "This delightful title will provide a new option for 'not so scary' monster storytimes." - School Library Journal, starred review

McDonnell arranges the tale so that it blooms like a dawning day.... Relax, little monsters, and enjoy the day. - Booklist

Simple yet inspired. - New York Times Book Review

Succinct and snappy. - The Bulletin


Awards
Short-listed for Washington Children's Choice Picture Book Award 2014.



Book Information
ISBN 9780316045476
Author Patrick McDonnell
Format Hardback
Page Count 48
Imprint Little, Brown Young Readers
Publisher Little, Brown & Company
Weight(grams) 492g
Dimensions(mm) 286mm * 226mm * 13mm