I'm Undead and Hungry!: Meet a Zombie

Monster Buddies

by Shannon Knudsen

Meet Roscoe. He's a zombie! Roscoe came back from the dead. He likes to snack on brains. But don't be scared. Roscoe's not real. He's one of the monsters you meet in stories. He just wants to tell you about zombies. Find out what turns people into zombies. Learn about different kinds of zombies around the world. And discover where zombie stories come from. You’ll have a spooky time with this monster buddy!

Genres: Picture Books, Nonfiction, Zombies

24 pages, Library Binding

First published January 1, 2014

About the author

This author also writes as Shannon Zemlicka.

Reviews

[Kendall · Rating 4 out of 5]

I love Roscoe! A great way to introduce young readers to zombies and their lore. A quick, fun read with whimsical illustrations. Especially great to read close to Halloween!

[La Coccinelle · Rating 2 out of 5]

This book was kind of a disappointment. I guess I was expecting a little more information about real zombie beliefs rather than the fictional versions (although, even then, the information presented is a little weak). I think the problem is that this book is aimed at children so young that some information has to be left out, lest the book end up too scary.

I did enjoy the section on zombies around the world (I didn't realize there are Chinese and Norse zombie myths!) but it's far too short. Much of the book is spent on fictional facts like how slow zombies are and what they eat. There are so many variations on zombies in fiction today, though, that the book seems a little incomplete. (The fact that the links for further reading just point to fictional picture books with zombie characters doesn't help. I was expecting more factual sources, perhaps about different cultures and how they view zombies.)

So, overall, this didn't thrill me. It's too light for older readers. Maybe it would be okay for really young kids who have an interest in zombies, but... how many of those are there, really? (I was traumatized by Michael Jackson's "Thriller" music video when I was six; I wouldn't have wanted anything to do with zombies for quite a while after that!)

[Mely · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is such a fun series. This one tells the story of a zombie named Roscoe. My little one was a little creeped out by it but I think older kids would really enjoy this one. Great way to introduce the origins of the zombie Legend.

[DelAnne Frazee · Rating 5 out of 5]

Title: I'm Undead and Hungry - Meet a Zombie
Author: Shannon Knudsen
Illustrator: Chiara Buccheri
Published: 10-1-2014
Publisher: Lerner Publishing Group/Millbrook Press
Pages: 24
Genre: Children's Fiction
Sub Genre: Fairy Tales; Folk Tales & Myths
ISBN: 9780761391876
ASIN: B00MBXUL6M
Reviewer: DelAnne
Reviewed For: NetGalley
My Rating: 5 Stars


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My nieces and nephews fell in love with Roscoe, a Zombie who eats brains (Okay they are braver than me as I refuse to watch Zombie movies or read Zombie books; I'm Dead and Hungry is just about my speed.) They loved the story and "helped me read" The illustrations were perfect. The best thing in my personal opinion is the fact they reemphasize throughout the book that Zombies are imaginary only. The time spent with my family was perfect. I had to buy a copy and have it sent to their house as a surprise when they arrived home the following week. It soon became one of their favorites. The enjoyment by the kids and the wonderful story and illustrations no option by to rate it a 5 out of 5 stars. I could find no fault with I'm Undead and Hungry. It maybe the only zombie book I ever read but enjoyed sharing it with my younger readers. No to mention the class I subbed for enjoyed it during quiet time.



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[Sharon Tyler · Rating 3 out of 5]

I'm Undead and Hungry!: Meet a Zombie is the latest book in the Monster Buddies series by Shannon Knudsen and Chiara Buccheri. Like the rest of the books in the series, this book combines popular culture, folklore, science, and fun. Roscoe is a zombie, he came back from the dead. But don't be scared because Roscoe's not real. He's one of the monsters you meet in stories. Find out what turns people into zombies, learn about different kinds of zombies around the world, and discover where zombie stories come from.

My son is a monster maniac. I'm Undead and Hungry! is right up his alley. There a silly and slightly scary cartoon illustrations combined with information about zombies in books and movies as well as from traditional stories from all parts of the world. I really like the matter of fact way both then and factual information is presented. It does not take the fun out of the monster, but just might take away the fear that might keep your little one up at night.

I'm Undead and Hungry! would be eaten up by monster fans, and could be used to explain to children that the monsters are not real. This could be exceptionally useful around Halloween when movies, costumes, and stories might be enough to spook even the bravest children.

[Amber · Rating 4 out of 5]

((I received this for review from NetGalley))

I loved this! What a cute way to teach about the history and cultural differences of zombies around the world. This book also has a writing activity at the end to expand on what kids have learned and get them involved in what they read. The back also has a glossary of terms and a list of books and a website to learn more about zombies.

This would be a great, fun addition to any classroom.

As silly as it sounds, because of the way this is written (as non-fiction), I think it would be important to let kids know that zombies aren't real.

[Stephanie · Rating 4 out of 5]

I'm Undead and Hungry: Meet a Zombie is a cute and non-scary way to introduce kids to zombies, just in time for Halloween. Roscoe is a kid and a zombie; but don't worry, he'll only show up in movies, TV and stories.

I read this to kids aged 5-7 and they loved the silly pictures and tips on how to scare away zombies (just in case).

I thought it was neat that some actually zombie folklore from around the world was included at the end as well as a zombie writing activity.

This book was provided for free in return for an honest review.

[Ryan · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book reads like an early reading non-fiction book. Its a zombie telling you what makes a zombie, and about zombies in other cultures. Its not bad, just not what I thought it would be when I picked it up. I think it would be better as a non-fiction book rather than a fiction. Take out the 1st person narration and I think it would be fine.

[Michelle · Rating 5 out of 5]

Such a cute way to inform kids to folklore. The illustrations are comical and bright.Nice to see other folklore from all over the world being explained and how zombies are more than likely not a real thing but still fun to speculate.

[Michelle Gray · Rating 3 out of 5]

An adorable introduction to Zombies for the younger set. :)

[Krystal · Rating 5 out of 5]

Cute introduction to zombies for the younger reader.