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In Tedd Arnold’s lively children’s picture book, a child’s bedroom becomes the stage for a lively gathering of five distinct monsters—from the gleeful Grumpy Grinch to the shy Snicker‑Snack—who defy a doctor's orders and decide to flutter onto the bed. Presented in playful poems and counting verses, the story invites young readers through gentle humor and rhythmic language, weaving in elements of jazz and music. This charming tale turns a night‑time fear into a delightful counting party, encouraging kids to see the fun in the unknown and end their day with a playful sing‑along.
First publish date: 1995
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Tedd Arnold
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