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Goodnight, Little Monster
Little Monster needs to get ready for bed. That means howling at the moon, scrubbing his scales, getting into his creepy PJs, and enjoying a nice snack before worm juice and baked beetle bread. And, of course, Little Monster’s mother is nearby to tuck Little Monster into bed and turn on his night-light―because even little monsters can be afraid of the dark. Bonnie Leick’s soft, child-friendly illustrations rendered in watercolor bring a new and quiet twist to the evening’s bedtime ritual. Sweet dreams, Little Monster!
32 pages, Hardcover
First published August 1, 2010
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Helen Ketteman
43 books77 followersauthor and mother of two grown sons. Texas, where she lived for 9 years, is one of her favorite places and several of her books are set there. She, her husband, and their two cats currently live in Sanibel Island, Florida--where plenty of armadillos live, too.
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November 1, 2018
I thought this would be a nice book to end the Halloween season on. Send the little Monsters to bed for another year. A story about Little Monsters bedtime routine. The bedtime routine is so important. The beetle bread was cute with worm juice.
The nephew loved this book and gave it 5 stars. The niece thought it was cute and gave it 3 stars.
The art is glossy and revels in the gross at times, but it’s cute and happy and who doesn’t want to sleep with a stuffed glow slug. The nightlight eyeball is very inspired also. There isn’t anything amazing about the story. Simple and effective. Some entertainment.
The nephew loved this book and gave it 5 stars. The niece thought it was cute and gave it 3 stars.
The art is glossy and revels in the gross at times, but it’s cute and happy and who doesn’t want to sleep with a stuffed glow slug. The nightlight eyeball is very inspired also. There isn’t anything amazing about the story. Simple and effective. Some entertainment.
October 11, 2018
Good monster bedtime story!
This story was cute and very well written. My oldest son actually really enjoyed reading along, because this one flowed very much poetry. I will say that on an iPad the font was a bit small, especially when trying to read it to kids who want to see every page. Still a good read and wouldn’t knock it for formatting as it’s difficult to make it work for every platform.
This story was cute and very well written. My oldest son actually really enjoyed reading along, because this one flowed very much poetry. I will say that on an iPad the font was a bit small, especially when trying to read it to kids who want to see every page. Still a good read and wouldn’t knock it for formatting as it’s difficult to make it work for every platform.
October 16, 2019
I've read a number of bedtime picture books now, and at this point, they're all starting to look the same. That's why I was pleasantly surprised by Goodnight, Little Monster, which is a basic bedtime-routine story that's given a new twist by having the main character be a cute little monster. As he gets ready for bed, we see him take a bath (being careful to wash his tail), eat a monster-friendly snack, brush his fangs, and even check for children under the bed.
The rhyming text is actually pretty good (it shouldn't surprise me, but it does; there are so many books out there with iffy rhyme and meter), and the story itself, while basic, is cute enough. Where this book really shines, though, is with the illustrations. Little Monster is pretty adorable, and not really scary; it's nice that it shows him being just as afraid of children as children might be of monsters! (There are spiders and bats and eyeballs all over the place, so the pictures might not be everyone's cup of tea. But, really, Leick has made those things about as cute and non-threatening as they're going to get!)
I quite enjoyed this one. If you're looking for a bedtime book that's a little different, you might want to give Goodnight, Little Monster a try.
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The rhyming text is actually pretty good (it shouldn't surprise me, but it does; there are so many books out there with iffy rhyme and meter), and the story itself, while basic, is cute enough. Where this book really shines, though, is with the illustrations. Little Monster is pretty adorable, and not really scary; it's nice that it shows him being just as afraid of children as children might be of monsters! (There are spiders and bats and eyeballs all over the place, so the pictures might not be everyone's cup of tea. But, really, Leick has made those things about as cute and non-threatening as they're going to get!)
I quite enjoyed this one. If you're looking for a bedtime book that's a little different, you might want to give Goodnight, Little Monster a try.
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August 24, 2017
My 5 year old likes this short bedtime book a lot. Good illustrations and a sweet story. We read it free from kindle unlimited when we're away from home at bedtime.
May 5, 2018
Soooo cute 💖
October 19, 2020
Incredible art and creppy, gross, fun rhymes.
November 14, 2014
Too cute
This story is the perfect bedtime book to show your children there's nothing to fear under their bedroom they won't find any monsters because the cute little monster is in his bed with his own fear he will see children waiting under his bed to scare him at night, Until his Mother reminds there's not reason to be scared with his Mommy's near by his side.
The illustrations ARE BEAUTIFUL!
MY 3 year old daughter loved this book not only the first time we read it in her bed for her bedtime story that night but she seemed to enjoy it even more the 2nd time it was her bedtime story.
This story is the perfect bedtime book to show your children there's nothing to fear under their bedroom they won't find any monsters because the cute little monster is in his bed with his own fear he will see children waiting under his bed to scare him at night, Until his Mother reminds there's not reason to be scared with his Mommy's near by his side.
The illustrations ARE BEAUTIFUL!
MY 3 year old daughter loved this book not only the first time we read it in her bed for her bedtime story that night but she seemed to enjoy it even more the 2nd time it was her bedtime story.
August 13, 2013
I enjoyed this story so much I bought the print version. Big deal? You bet; I live in an 816sf condo and no longer buy print books. With my Kindle and iPad, there's really no reason to take up valuable space. But the illustrations in "Goodnight, Little Monster" are so unique and colorful, I wanted my grandson to be able to flip through the pages. Okay, I wanted to be able to flip through the pages. Lol!
The layout of the print book is done beautifully. I will use this one as a guide when I print my first children's book.
The story is just fun and cute; the perfect bedtime story.
My only complaint: increase the font size. It is very difficult for these middle-aged eyes to see below a 12pt font. 14pt preferred. :-)
The layout of the print book is done beautifully. I will use this one as a guide when I print my first children's book.
The story is just fun and cute; the perfect bedtime story.
My only complaint: increase the font size. It is very difficult for these middle-aged eyes to see below a 12pt font. 14pt preferred. :-)
October 11, 2017
GOODNIGHT LITTLE MONSTER by Helen Ketteman is an adorable story about bedtimes and routines. Its soft-colored illustrations by Bonnie Leick are delightful and whimsical. Perfect for bedtime this fun book reinforces nightly rituals. This review was originally posted at Caffeinated Reviewer
February 7, 2015
Very charming, very witty take on classic children's books. Delightful, and I'm sure it will be loved by all the little monsters in your life!
The illustrations are clever and poke great fun at all the scary things a child gets into, like bugs and bats and monster parts. Highly recommended.
The illustrations are clever and poke great fun at all the scary things a child gets into, like bugs and bats and monster parts. Highly recommended.
July 5, 2011
A few lines for kids to chuckle at, otherwise this is just a "go to bed" book with a monster instead of a kid. Very little "scary" here, the monsters look more like my daughter's Ugly Dolls than Wild Things.
March 3, 2017
Son's favorite bed time story
My son really likes this book because he can identify with the character as far as his bed time routine. It teaches him good hygiene.
My son really likes this book because he can identify with the character as far as his bed time routine. It teaches him good hygiene.
October 30, 2018
This is an abosolutely beautiful bedtime story. Not only is the art wonderful, but the story is cute and sweet and perfect for the halloween season.
August 26, 2024
Found this when I was looking for Little Critter books to read to Emery. He loves this one and we read it every night.
September 17, 2017
This book is the perfect bedtime story but can also be used in the classroom! It starts from the beginning and goes threw a normal bedtime routine but has a small twist, because the character is a monster!
This book is perfect for younger grades. The illustrations are beautiful and the way the author wrote the books sounds just like a mother who is talking to her child.
I would use this book to teach kids about routines at the beginning of the year. Lower grades kids would really benefit from reading this and learning about how to get ready each day for school.
This book is perfect for younger grades. The illustrations are beautiful and the way the author wrote the books sounds just like a mother who is talking to her child.
I would use this book to teach kids about routines at the beginning of the year. Lower grades kids would really benefit from reading this and learning about how to get ready each day for school.
May 9, 2017
A good read my 3 yor loved it!
I would definitely recommend as bedtime story for the toddlers my son absolutely loved this story and waiting for another story to be read to him this very moment lol
I would definitely recommend as bedtime story for the toddlers my son absolutely loved this story and waiting for another story to be read to him this very moment lol
June 22, 2017
Perfect for reinforcing a bedtime routine and showing children that even monsters go to bed at night. Detail rich illustrations and rhythmic wording make this a book we will return to again and again.
July 30, 2017
Adorable little book
Most bed time books go through the same relatable routine, so the story was expected. However, it was adorably written and we really loved the art. I specifically choose this one because one of my son's nicknames is little monster so he really enjoyed it.
Most bed time books go through the same relatable routine, so the story was expected. However, it was adorably written and we really loved the art. I specifically choose this one because one of my son's nicknames is little monster so he really enjoyed it.
August 3, 2017
Super cute kid's book
This was a great book to read to your kid before they sleep. The illustrations are adorable and my own little monster has decided this is her favorite night night book.
This was a great book to read to your kid before they sleep. The illustrations are adorable and my own little monster has decided this is her favorite night night book.
September 5, 2017
Ever wonder how little monsters get tucked into bed? Read Goodnight, Little Monster by Helen Ketteman to find out. Read this book to your own little monster while tucking them in bed, but be sure to check under it for scary children hiding there!
December 31, 2017
Great monster bedtime story but not a scary one.
We loved this cute monster bedtime children's book. It was very cute n my young kids enjoyed listening to little monster to through his bedtime routine.
We loved this cute monster bedtime children's book. It was very cute n my young kids enjoyed listening to little monster to through his bedtime routine.
January 27, 2018
Lindo cuento, lindos graficos.
Me encantó el libro y a mi hija tambien. Este cunto es perfecto para que ya no tenga miedo a los monsters. El libro tiene graficos muy lindos y una escritura como letra de cancion de cuna. Lo recomiendo!!
Me encantó el libro y a mi hija tambien. Este cunto es perfecto para que ya no tenga miedo a los monsters. El libro tiene graficos muy lindos y una escritura como letra de cancion de cuna. Lo recomiendo!!
February 9, 2017
Cute. My two year old liked it.
This was easy to read and had a nice, easy rhythm to each verse. My daughter enjoyed the illustrations and the story.
This was easy to read and had a nice, easy rhythm to each verse. My daughter enjoyed the illustrations and the story.
September 4, 2017
Cute
Would definitely recommend to other parents for their kids. My daughter adored it and wants more monster stories for bedtime.
Would definitely recommend to other parents for their kids. My daughter adored it and wants more monster stories for bedtime.
January 6, 2018
Perfect for storytime, this covers 2 themes that are always a hit - Bedtime and Monsters.
January 8, 2018
Bedtime Story
What a sweet story with such charming illustrations. It is perfeçt for all the little monsters who come out at bedtime!
What a sweet story with such charming illustrations. It is perfeçt for all the little monsters who come out at bedtime!
February 18, 2018
Sons love it
Read this book almost every night my boys love to hear it and it has such nice illustrations to look at
Read this book almost every night my boys love to hear it and it has such nice illustrations to look at
March 5, 2018
Awesome
Cute book! My son loves this book we read it almost every night! Great way to get my little one to get ready for bed!
Cute book! My son loves this book we read it almost every night! Great way to get my little one to get ready for bed!
March 6, 2018
Very cute
Very cute and adorable. My younger sister loved it very much. The art is very adorable and it has very cute rhymes
Very cute and adorable. My younger sister loved it very much. The art is very adorable and it has very cute rhymes
March 12, 2018
Madelyn read with Nanawiki.
Madelyn liked the eyeball night light! She also liked his bed and the spiders. She liked the mommy and the kid.
Madelyn liked the eyeball night light! She also liked his bed and the spiders. She liked the mommy and the kid.
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