About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is gripped by a fear of the 'monster under the bed' or seems overwhelmed by the vastness of the dark. While many books try to convince children that monsters aren't real, Tony Ross takes a more empowering approach by validating the fear and then completely dismantling the monster's power through a brilliant shift in perspective. The story follows a terrifying, planet-eating beast as it travels through the galaxy to find a little boy named Tommy. As the monster approaches Earth, the tension builds, creating a safe space for children to confront their anxieties. However, the final reveal provides a profound 'aha' moment that turns a scary giant into something remarkably small and harmless. It is an excellent choice for children aged 3 to 7 who are navigating nighttime anxiety, as it uses absurdist humor to prove that things are not always as big or as scary as they seem in our imaginations.
