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The picture book has a brilliant objective; it teaches kids how to scare "monsters" away so they can get a peaceful night's sleep.
Dru has monsters in his room! After several attempts, he finally figures out how to get rid of them! This rhyming picture book includes a project so YOU can get rid of YOUR monsters too! Afraid of the dark + problem solver.
Every night, kids worldwide fear the possibility of a monster lurking under their bed or in the closet. They sleep with lights on, fearing what could creep out from the shadows if they are left in complete darkness. Dru, like so many other young children, has difficulty falling asleep due to fear and anxiety over bedroom "creatures."
Due to vivid imaginations, every monster's appearance varies to some degree. Dru's unwelcomed guest has large, pointy teeth and green bulging eyes. He looked like a cross between a wolf and a dragon. I can understand why the beast was causing such a fright. I applaud the artist's skills. Each page looked like a painting.
Dru yelled at the beast to leave his room immediately, but his demands went unannounced. He then remembered the warning signs he'd seen with his mom and recalled their meanings. No left turns. No dogs allowed. No cell phones. Everyone followed these signs and more, promptly Dru to have an ingenious idea. He knew how to keep the monsters out of his room for good!
Children will witness Dru's plan in action. They'll cheer at his success. Then, after the story's conclusion, they can follow Dru's instructions and make a "No Monsters Allowed" sign to hang up anywhere in their room.
When bedtime calls, kids can't help but fear darkened corners, what supposedly is waiting under their bed, or what else is in their closet besides toys and clothes. How to Keep Monsters Out of Your Room aims to teach kids how to scare "monsters" away so they can get a peaceful night's sleep. I think everyone will agree that is a great end goal!
Studies show that fear of darkness begins around the age of two; therefore, I recommend sharing the picture book with children as young as two. I also recommend creating your monster "stop" sign.
Let's squash those fears before they keep anyone up all night!
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Synopsis
Dru has monsters in his room! After several attempts, he finally figures out how to get rid of them! This rhyming picture book includes a project so YOU can get rid of YOUR monsters too! Afraid of the dark + problem solver.
About the author
Catherine Castoro is an author and illustrator and has published three children's books under the pen name Catie Cat. Eddie Hest vs. Suburbia is her debut novel. She has two grown children and lives with her husband and Lakeland Terrier in Austin, Texas. view profile
Published on October 06, 2023
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