Synopses & Reviews
Some monsters are actually scared of kids. But others are notand#151;and the problem with not being scared of kids is nearly insurmountable. How is a monster to become friends with a kid when being helpful is hazardous, sharing is startling, and claws mixed with crafts are a calamity? Good thing these monsters will not give up, and in the end, their tenacity and generosity prevail. Featuring an understated text and a cast of friendly monsters, this is a funny tale about facing fears and making friends.
Review
"A group of not-very-scary monsters tries very hard to make friends with kids, which is exactly as problematic as one might expectand#133; the illustrations deliver the punch linesand#133; there are witty momentsand#133; a sweet last page."
and#151;Kirkus ReviewsAbout the Author
Dan Richards: Dan Richards has been interested in monsters since he was old enough to check under his bed. He's been checking ever since and has found many of his closest friends that way.
The Problem with NOT Being Scared of Kids is a companion to
The Problem with NOT Being Scared of Monsters. He lives in Bothell, Washington.
danrichardsbooks.comRobert Neubecker: Robert Neubecker is a regular contributor to many national media publications, including the New York Times, Slate, and the Wall Street Journal. He is the award winning author-illustrator of Wow! City! and Winter is for Snow and the illustrator of many picture books. He lives in Park City, Utah with his family, dogs, cats, and lizards. neubecker.com.