The Monster in the Backpack

by Lisa Moser

Book Overview

Having trouble with your backpack zipper? Maybe there's a monster inside! A little girl slowly warms up to her unexpected guest in this funny story.

When Annie unzips her backpack and finds a monster inside, it's hard to say who is more shocked. "AAAAHHHH!" yells the monster. "EEEEEEKKKK!" yells Annie. Then the monster proceeds to gobble up Annie's sandwich, put gum in her boot, and tear up her homework to use as confetti for an "Annie...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0763666432
• ISBN13: 9780763666439
• Release Date: April 2013
• Publisher: Candlewick Press (MA)
• Length: 40 Pages
• Weight: 0.25 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 5.8" x 8.8"
• Age Range: 5 to 8 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 3

Customer Reviews

The library needs it back

My mother in law checked this book out at the local library for our 2 year old daughter. It is absolutely her favorite book and she cannot part without it. We went back to the library today to renew it for the last time and she was on the verge of tears, so I'm buying it now. It's a great story and we read it to her every night.

Monster in the Backpack

This is a fascinating book. I hope she writes more stories about the monster. I can see all kinds of possibilities. I do think it can be classified as a story to read as well as an easy reader. My grandchildren who cannot read think it is wonderful.

Our New Favorite

This book has become a new favorite in our house. It is witty, funny (to adults and children) and beautifully touching. My daughters love giving copies of the book to friends as gifts. Everyone we've bought it for has loved it!

Put the Monster in YOUR backpack!

This is a definite "must-have" for the bookshelf! The story's delightful premise will engage even the youngest reader. Children will giggle at the monster's antics and Annie's dilemna. The author has done a wonderful job creating fun read-aloud story with sentences that lend themselves beautifully to the eager ears and eyes of children ready to gobble up a love for reading.

Laugh out loud

This book was given to my five year old daughter. She laughs outloud everytime we read it.This book is adorable and really funny for adults as well. The story is sweet, funny, and touching. Any child would love this book.