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The Monster at the End of this Book

by Jon Stone

Grover begs you not to turn the pages because there is a monster at the end

1971Fast paceLight

What it is about

Lovable, furry old Grover from Sesame Street discovers that there is a monster at the end of the book. He does everything he can to stop the reader from turning the pages, tying them down and building walls. The surprise ending is the best part.

Who will enjoy it

Young children and parents who like to read aloud.

What you will get

A classic of fourth-wall-breaking picture books. It is best read aloud.

The Monster at the End of this Book Facts: Pages, Genre and Setting

Genre

Children’s Books · Interactive · Humor · Sesame Street

Length

24 pages · ≈ 1 h

More about this book

Characters

Grover and the reader.

Setting

A book that talks back to you.

What makes it different

The narrator talks to the reader and tries to stop them from reading.

Feel

Silly, funny and interactive.

About Jon Stone

Jon Stone1 book on Tori BooksAmerican television writer and producer (1931–1997). The Monster at the End of this Book appeared in 1971.

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