
This Little Monster
A Spooky Nursery Rhyme
Dori Elys(Author)
Little Simon (Publisher)
Published on 15. July 2025
Book
Board book
22 pages
978-1-6659-7316-8 (ISBN)
Description
Illustrated by award-winning artist Kathryn Selbert, this Halloween-themed board book is a twist on the "This Little Piggy" nursery rhyme full of sweet friends and gentle haunts!
This little monster went to the market.
This little monster stayed home.
This little monster brewed sweet treats.
This little monster made none.
Follow a group of adorably spooky friends as they prepare for the ultimate Halloween night. A shy ghost looms nearby, hoping to be invited to the celebration. Will these little monsters lead him all the way to the haunted home?
This little monster went to the market.
This little monster stayed home.
This little monster brewed sweet treats.
This little monster made none.
Follow a group of adorably spooky friends as they prepare for the ultimate Halloween night. A shy ghost looms nearby, hoping to be invited to the celebration. Will these little monsters lead him all the way to the haunted home?
Reviews / Votes
"...a fun twist on the classic "This Little Piggy" nursery rhyme, takes readers along to see, one-by-one, cheerful monster friends gathering to welcome a new friend home." -- School Library Journal * 6/1/25 * "Sweet holiday fun, perfect for the Halloween season." -- School Library Journal * 6/1/25 *More details
Language
English
Place of publication
New York
United States
Publishing group
Simon & Schuster
Target group
Children/juvenile
US School Grade: Preschool and over, Interest Age: From 0 to 99 years
Illustrations
f-c; gloss UV cvr (no sfx)
Dimensions
Height: 152 mm
Width: 151 mm
Thickness: 15 mm
Weight
192 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-6659-7316-8 (9781665973168)
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E-Book
07/2025
Little Simon
€6.91
Available for download
Persons
Dori Elys both writes and edits children's books. She lives in New York City with her furry best friend.
Kathryn Selbert is a freelance illustrator and designer currently living in New York City with her French bulldog Margot and tea-loving boyfriend. She earned her BFA in illustration from the Rhode Island School of Design. Her work is inspired by the people she meets in her everyday life, our colorful world, flora and fauna, and having fun.
Kathryn Selbert is a freelance illustrator and designer currently living in New York City with her French bulldog Margot and tea-loving boyfriend. She earned her BFA in illustration from the Rhode Island School of Design. Her work is inspired by the people she meets in her everyday life, our colorful world, flora and fauna, and having fun.