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A carregar... Night of the Veggie Monsterpor George McClements
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Adira ao LibraryThing para descobrir se irá gostar deste livro. Ainda não há conversas na Discussão sobre este livro. This story is set in a family’s home, at their dinner table. What would seem to be an ordinary time for most, is a dreaded experience for one young boy and his mom and dad as it means he is going to be eating peas, which does not make him happy. While reading this book, I was waiting to meet “The Veggie Monster” – curious whether it would be an evil vegetable or if the boy would fully transform into a monster after eating his peas. While he did engage in some full-body reactions such as “wiggly” fingers, watery eyes, “toes [that] twist and curl up” and a “squirm in his seat”, he still resembled a human boy (McClements, 2008). Overall, the plot is relatable to children and care takers alike, as dinner time can be a struggle for picky eaters. This story is written to appeal to children and adults – with the perspective of both shared in the book. While I was hoping to see a more transformation experience both with the boy becoming a veggie monster and the boy over-coming his distaste for peas, and also broccoli, it was slightly lackluster. The Veggie Monster appears (much to the bemusement of his parents) whenever a vegetable touches this little boy's lips. The histrionics he goes through are totally silly, and the mixed media pictures are lively and expressive. Most students agree that he's making a big deal out of nothing! What's a few peas, after all? sem críticas | adicionar uma crítica
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Critical Analysis: This story contains so many elements that comprise a good book, both in text and illustrations and it addresses a universal common childhood theme, with humor. The illustrations in this first-person narrative, imaginatively place you in your own seat at the table to watch the unfolding dinner scene. The size of the book, how a child might hold it, and the use of real photographs of food support this idea. This provides an emotional link for the reader.
Favorite quote: :Time for another fun filled hour.: ( )