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68th out of 311 books
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88 voters
Big Mean Mike
by
Michelle Knudsen (Goodreads Author),
Scott Magoon (Goodreads Author)
A laugh-out-loud funny story about not worrying what others think — even if you’re big and tough, and your friends are fuzzy and cute.
Big Mean Mike is the biggest, toughest dog in the whole neighborhood. He has a big, mean car that he likes to drive around the big, mean streets. Everyone knows that Mike is big and mean, and that’s just the way he likes it. But one day a ti...more
Big Mean Mike is the biggest, toughest dog in the whole neighborhood. He has a big, mean car that he likes to drive around the big, mean streets. Everyone knows that Mike is big and mean, and that’s just the way he likes it. But one day a ti...more
Hardcover, 40 pages
Published
August 14th 2012
by Candlewick Press
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This book is just plain MEAN and AWESOME and ADORABLE!!! Big Mean Mike has a rough and tough imagine and cute fluffy bunnies play no part in his Big and Mean life. Each day another bunnies appears in his car so he stopped using his car until one day he gets tickets to the Monster Truck show and it is too far to walk...and guess who greets him at car....4 adorable bunnies! Not happy at all Big Mean Mike decides to drive to the Monster Truck show, ignoring the adorable bunnies. When he gets to the...more
Mike was the toughest and biggest dog in the neighborhood. He prided himself on his spiked collar and his combat boots but best of all was his big mean car. Just after getting a new pair of boots, Mike got a big surprise. There in his car trunk was a little white fuzzy bunny rabbit. Mike just knew that he couldn’t be seen with such a cute little creature because it would damage his reputation, so he set the bunny down and headed off in his car. But things weren’t that simple to solve. The next d...more
This boldly illustrated picture book would pair up well with The Story of Ferdinand. Like Ferdinand, Big Mean Mike chooses not to be defined by his size. Even though big mean dogs are not supposed to hang out with tiny, cute bunnies, Big Mean Mike makes a different choice. When confronted by the other big mean dogs he says "I don't care what you think. I'm Big Mean Mike! I can hang out with whoever I want! I like these bunnies. They know how to have a good time."
This is a story about standing up...more
This is a story about standing up...more
When I first read Big Mean Mike, I was a bit put off by his gruffness. But if you take a true look at Mike’s heart, courage, and message—you will see a warm, inspiring surprise behind his shades, leather jacket and spikes.
One day Big Mean Mike finds four of the most adorable bunnies hanging out in his big mean muscle machine of a car. Instantly Mike fears being seen surrounded by such cuteness. What will people think? Will his reputation be tarnished forever by fluffy bunny cuteness? Haha…. What...more
A story about being confident and self-assured enough to make friends where you find them - even if they're different than you are. Big Mean Mike is the top, tough dog in the neighborhood. Everything about him just screams mean. Until the bunnies start showing up. Even though the bunnies like to do the same things Mike does, Mike knows he can't be seen with such fuzzy, cute creatures. Or can he?
I love that Mike doesn't change who he is at all to become friends with the bunnies. He's still mean....more
I love that Mike doesn't change who he is at all to become friends with the bunnies. He's still mean....more
Here's a book for readers who like monster trucks...or soft and cuddly bunnies.
Mike is a big, tough dog. He wears combat boots, a leather jacket, and a spiked collar. Imagine his embarrassment when he finds a tiny, fuzzy bunny in his macho car. He tries to get rid of the bunny but to his dismay, two bunnies show up the next day. The day after that there are three bunnies! Finally, Mike is forced to deal with the problem of four very cute bunnies. He can't be seen hanging around with them, but le...more
Mike is a big, tough dog. He wears combat boots, a leather jacket, and a spiked collar. Imagine his embarrassment when he finds a tiny, fuzzy bunny in his macho car. He tries to get rid of the bunny but to his dismay, two bunnies show up the next day. The day after that there are three bunnies! Finally, Mike is forced to deal with the problem of four very cute bunnies. He can't be seen hanging around with them, but le...more
OK, so even though I feel like this has an nearly identical theme and plot to Toestomper and the Caterpillars by Sharleen Collicott I will totally give it my seal of approval because the Toestomper books are out of print and children definitely need more silly stories about big meanies getting in touch with their softer sides and learning to be friends with different kinds of critters. Plus, the juxtaposition of a big, tough dog and his big, tough car and a bunch of fuzzy bunnies is just so gigg...more
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Age: K - 2nd grade
He's big. He's mean. And he has very, very pointy claws. He likes to work out at the gym, wear intimidating clothing, and he loves going to monster truck shows. Mike is no one to mess with--until he encounters several cute white bunnies that can't seem to leave him alone. Will he risk his image to cuddle with these fuzzy bunnies?
If the big, burly, body building guys that walk cute, teensy-weensy dogs had a story, it would be this one.
He's big. He's mean. And he has very, very pointy claws. He likes to work out at the gym, wear intimidating clothing, and he loves going to monster truck shows. Mike is no one to mess with--until he encounters several cute white bunnies that can't seem to leave him alone. Will he risk his image to cuddle with these fuzzy bunnies?
If the big, burly, body building guys that walk cute, teensy-weensy dogs had a story, it would be this one.
Big Mean Mike is just that. He drives a mean looking car, wears mean looking clothes and is all around a tough guy. But suddenly adorable fluffy white bunnies keep appearing in his big mean car. In order to uphold his mean image, Mike attempts to get rid of the bunnies. But the bunnies just want to hang out. Eventually Mike takes the bunnies into a Monster Truck Show and they all have a wonderful time. Very cute!
I gave this book 4/5 stars. I liked the idea behind the book but felt it missed it’s mark. The story follows a dog who is known for being mean. He eventually befriends a few bunnies. Although you see some change in his personality I don’t think you see enough. You put the book down still not sure that the dog has changed into a nice dog. This book is all right but not one I would read again.
Just not for me! I don't like the message of "you can still be mean as long as you like cute bunnies." He doesn't really learn, grow, or change at all in the story. It's just a mean dog finding some friends, but continuing to be mean. He gets bullied by other men dogs and bullies back and wins. Again, what was learned? If someone says something mean to you, just be mean right back? Hmmmm
We read this about a million times at our house. Big Mean Mike is the meanest and toughest dog in the neighborhood who reluctantly lets four tiny fluffy bunnies into his life. While it would be nice if Big Mean Mike could demonstrate a little more of his softer side, he does realize that his reputation shouldn't cost him some cute, cuddly, and loyal, friends.
At first I was bothered that while Mike decided to be friends with the bunnies, he didn't become nicer. However, I read the author's biography and in it she states: "What I love most about Mike and the bunnies is that they don't have to stop being themselves to be friends." She has a point. But I guess I'd like it better if by being himself Mike were nicer.
My son absolutely who is almost 6yrs old loved this book, he really enjoyed sounding out the character's voice as he read the book and literally giggled for 5 minutes straight at the bunnies in sun glasses. Michelle did a wonderful job, again, entertaining children while teaching a little life lesson along the way. This is the third book we have by Michelle Knudsen and as long as she keeps writing it won't be the last.
Big Mean Mike is the toughest dog of all until he meets some cute little bunnies. At first he tries to dodge them and is embarrassed to be seen with them, but then he realizes he enjoys their company. So, when the rest of the dogs start making fun of his new friends, Big Mean Mike does what any good friend would do and stands up to them.
You have to love a children's book that makes a point with humor rather than by being preachy. Big Mean Mike is a very funny book that imparts a lesson some of us still struggle with as adults; that really tough people don't care if you think they are tough or not.
And, gosh darn it, those little fuzzy bunnies are cute.
And, gosh darn it, those little fuzzy bunnies are cute.
This book has cute fuzzy little bunnies in it! I love cute fuzzy little bunnies! It also has a good message about being true to yourself and not being concerned about what others thinks...and also that sharing things with others can be better than being alone...and did I mention the cute, fuzzy bunnies? :-)
Hilarious!! Michelle Knudsen is a genius at writing picture books--how she can cram so much into this little bitty format is beyond me, but this and Library Lion are two of my faves. As my fellow librarian Beth says, "Oh, I just want to read it aloud!" I think I need to go sign up for a school-age storytime.
Big Mean Mike is the toughest dog around and he likes it that way. Then one day a cute fluffy bunny shows up! Soon there are four of the adorable little fluff balls, following him everywhere. What's a big tough guy to do? I love this book about being true to yourself (and your friends)!
Big Mean Mike by Michelle Knudsen, illustrated by Scott Magoon - Great book, there is often a softie even in the toughest character... Why do the bunnies multiply? Why his car? Those were the random questions I encountered when reading but I loved it...
The pairing of Big Mean Mike and the bunnies made me smile. Kids will love the pattern as a new bunny is added to the gang each day. Good message that even meanies can have a soft side, and that you can have friends who are different from you.
A very cute story about a big mean dog who keeps finding cute fuzzy bunnies in his car. Basically, does it really matter who you hang out with? This is quite a fun story for boys especially who will pick it up thinking it's a rough tough story.
Mike puts quite a bit of effort into maintaining his image as a tough guy, so when cute little fuzzy bunnies come into his life he worries what might happen to his tough image. In the end, Mike shows that he is tough enough to be himself.
Big Mean Mike is the meanest, toughest dog around! But suddenly cute little bunnies start showing up and hanging around despite his best efforts to get them to SCRAM! How will Big Mean Mike keep his Big Mean Image intact?
Big, Mean Mike has a big, mean bark and a big, mean car... And cute, fuzzy little bunnies want to be his friends! Very funny. Probably too long for preschool storytime... but maybe good for an early elementary class visit?
Adorable book! The story demonstrates that you shouldn't worry about what others think, as long as you're comfortable with yourself, and that you shouldn't judge others on appearance....fluffy bunnies for example (that growl!).
Mike is proud to be the biggest, toughest dog in the neighborhood, so when tiny, fuzzy bunnies start showing up in his big, mean car he sees them only as a threat to his reputation, no matter how adorable they are.
This picture book is fantastic and I dare you not to fall in love (and laugh outloud) with the cute little bunnies. A terrific read aloud for a dog storytime or a gentle discussion about being a bully.
This is a fun book, but the humor of the story may work best on the kindergarten age. Nothings cuter than some sweet bunnies to soften the meanest bull dog around. Can't wait to share this!
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