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Under-the-Bed Fred
From the team who brought you If You Happen to Have a Dinosaur comes a laugh-out-loud early chapter book about befriending the monster under the bed.
There's a monster under Leo's bed making a ruckus every night. When Leo needs to go to the bathroom, he leaps from the bed to the door -- careful not to put his feet on the floor within the monster's reach. But one night Leo gets tired of being scared and boldly calls out to the monster to see if they can't just work something out. Surprisingly, the monster listens, and Leo finds out that even enormous monsters have fears! Leo and his monster, Fred, team up to face their fears, each with his own unique strengths. Over the course of five easy-to-read chapters, their friendship blooms as they face everything from bullies to bedbugs. A funny and endearing tale of two very different and unlikely friends, in the tradition of Bink and Gollie and Frog and Toad.
There's a monster under Leo's bed making a ruckus every night. When Leo needs to go to the bathroom, he leaps from the bed to the door -- careful not to put his feet on the floor within the monster's reach. But one night Leo gets tired of being scared and boldly calls out to the monster to see if they can't just work something out. Surprisingly, the monster listens, and Leo finds out that even enormous monsters have fears! Leo and his monster, Fred, team up to face their fears, each with his own unique strengths. Over the course of five easy-to-read chapters, their friendship blooms as they face everything from bullies to bedbugs. A funny and endearing tale of two very different and unlikely friends, in the tradition of Bink and Gollie and Frog and Toad.
64 pages, Hardcover
Published September 19, 2017
About the author
Linda Bailey
79 books117 followers I was born and grew up in Winnipeg —a daydreamer with her nose in a book. In my twenties, I traveled around the world, mostly by ship. Later, I moved to Vancouver, where I earned a B.A. and M.Ed. at the University of British Columbia. Among my jobs were travel agent, college teacher, instructional designer and editor.
For years, I dabbled with writing. But I didn't begin to write in earnest until I had two young daughters. My first book was published in 1992, and I have since written more than thirty others, including novels, picture books and non-fiction.
I live in Vancouver, a short walk from the sea. I write full-time and still love to travel, read and daydream.
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Series:
* Stanley
* Stevie Diamond Mystery
* Good Times Travel Agency
Awards:
Arthur Ellis Award
◊ Best Juvenile (1997): How Can a Frozen Detective Stay Hot on the Trail?
◊ Best Juvenile (2000): How Can a Brilliant Detective Shine in the Dark?
For years, I dabbled with writing. But I didn't begin to write in earnest until I had two young daughters. My first book was published in 1992, and I have since written more than thirty others, including novels, picture books and non-fiction.
I live in Vancouver, a short walk from the sea. I write full-time and still love to travel, read and daydream.
- Source
Series:
* Stanley
* Stevie Diamond Mystery
* Good Times Travel Agency
Awards:
Arthur Ellis Award
◊ Best Juvenile (1997): How Can a Frozen Detective Stay Hot on the Trail?
◊ Best Juvenile (2000): How Can a Brilliant Detective Shine in the Dark?
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October 16, 2017
My niece is scared of monsters and once she got past the first few pages she got into this book and started laughing with Fred. The Nephew loved the monster Fred.
I enjoyed this book. It has bright illustrations and a nice story line. Leo confronts his fear and actually talks to the monster under his bed. They become friends. It's a pretty powerful message.
I enjoyed this book. It has bright illustrations and a nice story line. Leo confronts his fear and actually talks to the monster under his bed. They become friends. It's a pretty powerful message.
September 22, 2017
This has become one of my favorite children's books of all-time! My sister and cousin loved this one too and wanted me to read it over and over. Leo and his monster are a hoot and I hope they get more books together.
*This book was sent to me by Tundra for an honest review. All opinions and spooky feels are my own.
*This book was sent to me by Tundra for an honest review. All opinions and spooky feels are my own.
September 5, 2017
I received this book from Netgalley in exchange of an honest review.
I hadn’t entirely expected this book to be the format it is in. It is still good, but I had expected a picture book, and not a short chapter book. Oh well, more to read then, which I didn’t mind at all.
Each chapter is about something different, from the first chapter when we meet our monster to the last chapter when the monster goes to school with Leo. I quite liked that each chapter had its own story, yet also was connected to previous events in other chapters (well OK, with the exception of the first chapter, that only had its own story, but duh).
There was just one thing I didn’t quite like at times. And that was the monster, Fred. I found him annoying plus I didn’t find it that funny how he acted all tough and scary, but in the mean time was just bored out of his mind or was afraid of x and y.
Leo however was a pretty great character, and I love how brave he was. How he stood up against the monster, how he brought him to school (how often I have read stories in which characters decide that this is a bad plan, but Leo just does it).
The book is filled with fun illustrations, they were quite cute, and I love the colours used. While there was a lack of backgrounds (or just a basic background) I didn’t mind it that much. If anything this works best.
All in all, a fun book about monsters under the bed, perfect for little kids, and maybe some nostalgia for adults (since I am sure a lot of adults had, or thought they had, a monster under their bed).
Review first posted at https://twirlingbookprincess.com/
I hadn’t entirely expected this book to be the format it is in. It is still good, but I had expected a picture book, and not a short chapter book. Oh well, more to read then, which I didn’t mind at all.
Each chapter is about something different, from the first chapter when we meet our monster to the last chapter when the monster goes to school with Leo. I quite liked that each chapter had its own story, yet also was connected to previous events in other chapters (well OK, with the exception of the first chapter, that only had its own story, but duh).
There was just one thing I didn’t quite like at times. And that was the monster, Fred. I found him annoying plus I didn’t find it that funny how he acted all tough and scary, but in the mean time was just bored out of his mind or was afraid of x and y.
Leo however was a pretty great character, and I love how brave he was. How he stood up against the monster, how he brought him to school (how often I have read stories in which characters decide that this is a bad plan, but Leo just does it).
The book is filled with fun illustrations, they were quite cute, and I love the colours used. While there was a lack of backgrounds (or just a basic background) I didn’t mind it that much. If anything this works best.
All in all, a fun book about monsters under the bed, perfect for little kids, and maybe some nostalgia for adults (since I am sure a lot of adults had, or thought they had, a monster under their bed).
Review first posted at https://twirlingbookprincess.com/
March 18, 2019
RATING: 4.5 STARS
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There is a monster that lives under Leo's bed, and when he has to go to the bathroom he has to leap out of bed to stay out of the monster's reach. One night Leo is tired of having to leap out of bed so he bravely calls out the monster. Leo is surprised that the monster is just like him, also afraid of things - bedbugs. The monster, who likes to be called Fred, becomes friends with Leo and they go on some fun realistic adventures.
I love the illustrations in this book as well as the cute story of the monster under the bed. This is a perfect book for children's transitioning from picture books to chapter books.
***I received an eARC from NETGALLEY***
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There is a monster that lives under Leo's bed, and when he has to go to the bathroom he has to leap out of bed to stay out of the monster's reach. One night Leo is tired of having to leap out of bed so he bravely calls out the monster. Leo is surprised that the monster is just like him, also afraid of things - bedbugs. The monster, who likes to be called Fred, becomes friends with Leo and they go on some fun realistic adventures.
I love the illustrations in this book as well as the cute story of the monster under the bed. This is a perfect book for children's transitioning from picture books to chapter books.
***I received an eARC from NETGALLEY***
September 25, 2017
'Under-The-Bed Fred' by Linda Bailey with illustrations by Colin Jack is a chapter book for young readers about what to do about the monster under your bed.
Young Leo is convinced there is a monster under his bed. He knows because of the amount of noise it makes. When Leo finally finds the courage, he confronts the monster and finds that they both have fears. The monster gets named Fred, and while he is still occasionally still scary, he and Leo become friends.
The story is about being afraid of something whether it is real or not and facing it anyway. It's also about being willing to make friends with someone different. The illustrations are silly and not too scary.
I received a review copy of this ebook from Tundra Books, Penguin Random House Canada, and NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you for allowing me to review this ebook.
Young Leo is convinced there is a monster under his bed. He knows because of the amount of noise it makes. When Leo finally finds the courage, he confronts the monster and finds that they both have fears. The monster gets named Fred, and while he is still occasionally still scary, he and Leo become friends.
The story is about being afraid of something whether it is real or not and facing it anyway. It's also about being willing to make friends with someone different. The illustrations are silly and not too scary.
I received a review copy of this ebook from Tundra Books, Penguin Random House Canada, and NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you for allowing me to review this ebook.
April 13, 2017
"Everyone should have a name."
This book offers us a wonderful marriage of amusing text and warm and inviting drawings in the service of an upbeat and cheerful tale.
While the book is short there's a lot packed into its few chapters. Leo has to meet and befriend the monster under his bed. There is the naming of the monster. There is comeuppance for a visiting bully. There's a funny turn by Fred the monster at Leo's school show and tell. Through it all the friendship between Leo and Fred grows, and both are wiser and better for it.
It's sort of amazing how much good stuff is packed in here. Messages about bravery, friendship, understanding, facing one's fears, dealing with differences, and on and on. On top of that the two characters are, to put it simply, appealing. In a few words and some dialogue we are taken by Fred's patience, kindness and loneliness and by Leo's generosity and understanding.
This is not at all a frantic or silly monster!! book. By its words and by its charming and calm but expressive pastels and simple lines this is a book with some hidden weight to it. There are jokes drawn in around the edges and Leo/Fred conversations that sometimes read like a double-act comedy routine, but more than any of that this is a kind and big-hearted book. A very impressive find and a lovely addition to the shelf for even the youngest readers, or those we read to.
(Please note that I received a free advance will-self-destruct-in-x-days Adobe Digital copy of this book without a review requirement, or any influence regarding review content should I choose to post a review. Apart from that I have no connection at all to either the author or the publisher of this book.)
This book offers us a wonderful marriage of amusing text and warm and inviting drawings in the service of an upbeat and cheerful tale.
While the book is short there's a lot packed into its few chapters. Leo has to meet and befriend the monster under his bed. There is the naming of the monster. There is comeuppance for a visiting bully. There's a funny turn by Fred the monster at Leo's school show and tell. Through it all the friendship between Leo and Fred grows, and both are wiser and better for it.
It's sort of amazing how much good stuff is packed in here. Messages about bravery, friendship, understanding, facing one's fears, dealing with differences, and on and on. On top of that the two characters are, to put it simply, appealing. In a few words and some dialogue we are taken by Fred's patience, kindness and loneliness and by Leo's generosity and understanding.
This is not at all a frantic or silly monster!! book. By its words and by its charming and calm but expressive pastels and simple lines this is a book with some hidden weight to it. There are jokes drawn in around the edges and Leo/Fred conversations that sometimes read like a double-act comedy routine, but more than any of that this is a kind and big-hearted book. A very impressive find and a lovely addition to the shelf for even the youngest readers, or those we read to.
(Please note that I received a free advance will-self-destruct-in-x-days Adobe Digital copy of this book without a review requirement, or any influence regarding review content should I choose to post a review. Apart from that I have no connection at all to either the author or the publisher of this book.)
April 20, 2017
This is a great beginning chapter book for late primary/early junior students who like a fun story. Do you know that a monster lives under your bed? Do you know his/her name? Is he/she scary or nice? Leo has a monster living under his bed and he is scared that it will grab his ankles. He is too afraid to get out of the bed to go to the bathroom, until one night he has no choice. He politely asks the monster to stay under the bed and do nothing and surprisingly it listens. That is the start of their friendship. Each chapter has a new adventure for Leo and Fred including naming him, teaching a bully a lesson and going to school for "Show and Tell". This is a short book, but it is a great book for kids to read, showing them that their fears aren't so bad. This is a great book for school, public, classroom and family libraries. Young children will enjoy this book and get a laugh from it as well. The publisher generously provided me with a copy of this book via Netgalley.
April 16, 2017
Do you know the name of the monster that lives under your bed? Have you ever met him, or taken him to school for show and tell? Have you even ever asked him his name?
Leo does, in this delightful take on the worries that so many children have in the night. Leo first makes a deal with the monster, that he wouldn't grab his ankles when he has to use the toilet, and then actually meets the monster, and learns his name is Fred.
Great book for kids to read, showing them that their fears aren't so bad. Fred is a delightful monster, and teaches a bully a lesson, as well as appearing at show and tell.
Recommended for libraries and home libraries. Kids need to have fun things to read, espcially in early chapter books.
Thanks to Netgalley for making this book available for an honest review
Leo does, in this delightful take on the worries that so many children have in the night. Leo first makes a deal with the monster, that he wouldn't grab his ankles when he has to use the toilet, and then actually meets the monster, and learns his name is Fred.
Great book for kids to read, showing them that their fears aren't so bad. Fred is a delightful monster, and teaches a bully a lesson, as well as appearing at show and tell.
Recommended for libraries and home libraries. Kids need to have fun things to read, espcially in early chapter books.
Thanks to Netgalley for making this book available for an honest review
October 11, 2017
I received a free advanced copy of this book from the LibraryThing Early Reviewers giveaway in exchange for an honest review.
���Under-The-Bed-Fred” is a funny and creative take on the “monster under the bed” storyline. In this case, Leo the main character is at first scared of the monster under his bed (who Leo later names Fred) until one night he really has to get up to go to the bathroom and asks the monster to leave him alone. This exchange starts a endearing friendship between the two that should appeal to beginning readers. Fred still has to scare Leo every now and then because it’s his job, but Fred also helps protect Leo from a bully that comes for a play date. Appropriate for any elementary school library. It will be an interesting series to watch as the relationship between these two develop.
October 2, 2017
Normally, I’m not a big fan of picture books with chapters. Even if they’re good stories, I’m just always looking for good read alouds. However, I did enjoy “Under-the-Bed Fred.” (I just think it would have been smarter to turn the chapters into individual books and have a series of books. Why not?!)
June 22, 2018
This may be the cutest book I have ever read.
Perfect for read alouds, awesome for struggling readers who want the challenge of an easy read chapter book and with a story enjoyable for young and old alike.
I wish I had an Under the Bed Fred.
Perfect for read alouds, awesome for struggling readers who want the challenge of an easy read chapter book and with a story enjoyable for young and old alike.
I wish I had an Under the Bed Fred.
October 2, 2017
A super cute transitional chapter book that will entertain kids. Especially after Fred gets his name. Pair with any book about kids being scared after monsters/the dark.
September 29, 2017
When monster can be your best friends too. A book filled with spooks and laughs. Everyone young and old will enjoy Fred the monster. He knows how to scare you but is a great friend and helps when you get bullied. Illustration were perfect for each scene.
September 29, 2017
I won this last month as a free book on LibraryThing. I'm really glad that I did. It is a great early-chapter book, with lots of fun pictures and an easy story to follow. The plot is fun and engaging and my 6 year old daughter and I both really enjoyed it. I'll look for more by this author.
April 25, 2017
Leo is quite afraid of the monster under his bed until the night he really has to go to the bathroom and he successfully makes a deal with the monster to not grab his ankles. That one ankle-swipe free trip to the bathroom opens the door to a most unexpected friendship. Leo helps the monster get a name, Fred, and Fred helps Leo deal with a bully and share-and-tell.
This is a relatively easy read aimed at kids just getting into reading chapter books on their own. It has some fantastically humorous illustrations that give the story an extra oomph. Fred is a curious mixture of friendly monster with a clear sense of purpose – he must scare. Leo may be just the perfect kid for Fred. (Look at the wall decorations in Leo’s room and see if you can figure out why Leo is ok with a slightly scary friend.) And Leo is just the right straight man for Fred’s comedic antics; I found myself chuckling aloud at several points. I hope Leo and Fred get more adventures. I can see many lower grade readers discovering they love reading just because of Leo and Fred. For a fun compare/contrast with lower grade readers, have them compare/contrast Fred with Sully from Monsters Inc. Yes, there’s some similarities, but there are plenty of differences as well. The vocabulary in this is pretty beginning reader friendly. Most of the bigger words are ones you can sound out, and the majority are short words. For kids who have tackled some reading on their own and are looking for the next challenge, this may be the thing. I’ll be recommending this title to our elementary library for purchase. Hand this one to lower grade readers who want a funny read.
I received an ARC of this title from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
This is a relatively easy read aimed at kids just getting into reading chapter books on their own. It has some fantastically humorous illustrations that give the story an extra oomph. Fred is a curious mixture of friendly monster with a clear sense of purpose – he must scare. Leo may be just the perfect kid for Fred. (Look at the wall decorations in Leo’s room and see if you can figure out why Leo is ok with a slightly scary friend.) And Leo is just the right straight man for Fred’s comedic antics; I found myself chuckling aloud at several points. I hope Leo and Fred get more adventures. I can see many lower grade readers discovering they love reading just because of Leo and Fred. For a fun compare/contrast with lower grade readers, have them compare/contrast Fred with Sully from Monsters Inc. Yes, there’s some similarities, but there are plenty of differences as well. The vocabulary in this is pretty beginning reader friendly. Most of the bigger words are ones you can sound out, and the majority are short words. For kids who have tackled some reading on their own and are looking for the next challenge, this may be the thing. I’ll be recommending this title to our elementary library for purchase. Hand this one to lower grade readers who want a funny read.
I received an ARC of this title from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
May 2, 2017
Callie's Kid Review: 5 stars. I would recommend it to my friends because it's a good book. I loved the pictures in the book - some were funny and some were cool and some were colorful. I learned that when you have show and tell, maybe don't bring something that is alive. I also learned that if you think there is a monster under your bed, there really isn't since monsters don't exist.
Mommy Review: UNDER THE BED FRED by Linda Bailey is at a good reading level for my first grader and the plotline is also relevant to her age. I like how each chapter was divided and related back to school and growing up and facing your fears. The graphics were great too and the story had a lot of emphasis points but the words were never hard to read or comprehend. I enjoyed watching my daughter's reactions while she read.
I received an ARC of this novel from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
Mommy Review: UNDER THE BED FRED by Linda Bailey is at a good reading level for my first grader and the plotline is also relevant to her age. I like how each chapter was divided and related back to school and growing up and facing your fears. The graphics were great too and the story had a lot of emphasis points but the words were never hard to read or comprehend. I enjoyed watching my daughter's reactions while she read.
I received an ARC of this novel from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
April 18, 2017
Most little kids believe in the monster under the bed. In this story that monster is real, and is named Fred. This book is a fully colored illustrated short chapter book. I think the wording is a little heavy for the age it seems to be written. I feel like it is a lengthy picture book with chapters, rather than a true early chapter book. But that does not matter, this book is fun. The escapades are believable for the age group (if you believe in monsters under the bed), and the full color illustrations just make it more entertaining.
April 18, 2017
Leo has a monster under his bed. He must be very careful when getting in and out of bed. Until one night Leo asks the monster not to grab his ankles when he gets up to go to the bathroom. From there, a friendship blooms.
This is a fun beginning chapter book, with short, approachable chapters great for children just getting into chapter books.
This is a fun beginning chapter book, with short, approachable chapters great for children just getting into chapter books.
April 21, 2017
This was an awesome read. I love books that I can relate to and my kids can also get something out of. I don't know how many times as a kid, I jumped into bed before something grabbed my feet. Of course, I thought it was an alligator. The art was off the wall, very creative. I loved this book from start to finish.
Received an advance reader copy in exchange for a fair review.
Received an advance reader copy in exchange for a fair review.
August 10, 2017
Under-the-Bed Fred by Linda Bailey. Illustrated by Colin Jack. Penguin Random House Canada. Tundra Books. This is a cute, easy read-aloud story about a boy fearing a monster under his bed with super imaginative illustrations that bring light and humor to a classic bedtime situation. Thanks to NetGalley, Penguin Random House Canada and Tundra Books for providing this ebook for review.
August 19, 2017
Super cute story! Young readers will love this story of Fred the monster under Leo's bed. Leo becomes friends with Fred and names him then they have some adventures together. Visiting Leo's class is funny! Illustrations were hilarious!
I received a free copy from the publisher, in exchange for an honest review .
I received a free copy from the publisher, in exchange for an honest review .
November 9, 2017
Under-the-Bed Fred is a transitional chapterbook written by Linda Bailey and illustrated by Colin Jack. This is perfect for those readers moving beyond picturebooks and branching into more challenging reads. It is broken into a few smaller stories, so it is not overwhelming to readers that might still be intimidated by chapter books.
There's a monster under Leo's bed making a ruckus every night. When Leo needs to go to the bathroom, he leaps from the bed to the door -- careful not to put his feet on the floor within the monster's reach. But one night Leo gets tired of being scared and boldly calls out to the monster to see if they can't just work something out. Surprisingly, the monster listens, and Leo finds out that even enormous monsters have fears! Leo and his monster, Fred, team up to face their fears, each with his own unique strengths. Over the course of five easy-to-read chapters, their friendship blooms as they face everything from bullies to bedbugs.
Under-the-Bed Fred is a fun book for independent readers, and for sharing. I like that Leo faces his fears, and learns something about prejudice and friendship. I found Fred to be a cute and imaginative creature, making the story fun. Leo has real kid problems, and some fears shared by most children at some point. I liked his persistence and patience with Fred- and thought that the exasperation he feels towards Fred at times mirrors what adults and older sibling might feel when the target audience gives into the fears Leo faces. I think this book could help young readers face monster fears, and dealing with the stresses of bullies and school. The illustrations add a nice touch to the story, adding emotion and additional fun to the read.
There's a monster under Leo's bed making a ruckus every night. When Leo needs to go to the bathroom, he leaps from the bed to the door -- careful not to put his feet on the floor within the monster's reach. But one night Leo gets tired of being scared and boldly calls out to the monster to see if they can't just work something out. Surprisingly, the monster listens, and Leo finds out that even enormous monsters have fears! Leo and his monster, Fred, team up to face their fears, each with his own unique strengths. Over the course of five easy-to-read chapters, their friendship blooms as they face everything from bullies to bedbugs.
Under-the-Bed Fred is a fun book for independent readers, and for sharing. I like that Leo faces his fears, and learns something about prejudice and friendship. I found Fred to be a cute and imaginative creature, making the story fun. Leo has real kid problems, and some fears shared by most children at some point. I liked his persistence and patience with Fred- and thought that the exasperation he feels towards Fred at times mirrors what adults and older sibling might feel when the target audience gives into the fears Leo faces. I think this book could help young readers face monster fears, and dealing with the stresses of bullies and school. The illustrations add a nice touch to the story, adding emotion and additional fun to the read.
June 26, 2021
Leo has a monster under his bed! At first, he is scared, but he becomes curious and eventually befriends the giant orange monster, who names itself Fred. Together, they deal with bullies, go to school show-and-tell, and have other adventures. This is a cute, not-so-scary book with funny illustrations that can be read in chapters or all at once as a bedtime story.
Note: I received a free copy of this book from NetGalley. I was not compensated in any other fashion for the review and the opinions reflected below are entirely my own. Special thanks to the publisher and author for providing the copy.
Note: I received a free copy of this book from NetGalley. I was not compensated in any other fashion for the review and the opinions reflected below are entirely my own. Special thanks to the publisher and author for providing the copy.
December 27, 2017
Leo has a problem common to many children—he has a monster living under his bed. He finally decides to confront the monster head-on, and discovers that the monster isn’t as scary as he sounds! In fact, the monster is sort of friendly, and can be useful.
With brightly-colored pictures and easy-to-read text, Under-the-Bed Fred is a fun chapter book for younger readers. Leo and the monster (eventually named Fred) are a great pair who will hopefully appear in future books together!
I received an advance reader copy of this book in exchange for my unbiased review.
With brightly-colored pictures and easy-to-read text, Under-the-Bed Fred is a fun chapter book for younger readers. Leo and the monster (eventually named Fred) are a great pair who will hopefully appear in future books together!
I received an advance reader copy of this book in exchange for my unbiased review.
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January 22, 2023This is a picture book that can help children overcome the fear of sleeping alone at night. The author captures the fear of children sleeping alone, and subtly transfers this psychology to the little monster. This design is very clever: first, it is more interesting than directly using children as the protagonist of the story; second, when reading this story, the children will have the pleasure of suddenly realizing: it turns out that not only us children are afraid of monsters , Little monsters are also afraid of us humans, I will never be afraid of monsters in the future!
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August 10, 2021Hi everyone!
I'm working for a Russian website dedicated to children's books and children's reading Papmambook.ru. We've been building the English version of the website. We are proud that a lot of our reviewers are teenagers. Here's what one of them had to say about Under-The-Bed Fred . The author talks about reading the book with her younger brother.
I'm working for a Russian website dedicated to children's books and children's reading Papmambook.ru. We've been building the English version of the website. We are proud that a lot of our reviewers are teenagers. Here's what one of them had to say about Under-The-Bed Fred . The author talks about reading the book with her younger brother.
October 31, 2022
A funny book that starts out with a familiar childhood fear of the monster under the bed and turns it around with the monster ending up coming to school for Show-and-Tell. This is an In-Between chapter book for the younger end with the few sentences per page sharing space with lush full-color drawings.
Book Pairings:
Willa the Wisp and other books in the Fabled Stables series by JonathanAuxier: A fantasy story with a similar format and reading level.
Book Pairings:
Willa the Wisp and other books in the Fabled Stables series by JonathanAuxier: A fantasy story with a similar format and reading level.
November 1, 2017
For any youngsters who are afraid of monsters under their beds, this beginner chapter book seems scary at first. However Leo shows readers how a monster can be your friend by helping you with bullies, entertaining you, and even accompanying you to school. Fun pictures and easy to read humorous text will have kids shivering and laughing.
April 15, 2019
When this one came up on a dead list at my library, I rescued it by taking it home for a read. It's a quick little beginning chapter book that might appeal to those who are just starting or a bit reluctant to start reading chapter books, because the full-color illustrations add appeal and context to the story.
January 16, 2018
I love Linda Bailey and recommended this book to parent friends before I even read it, because I just knew it was going to be awesome. I've gotten great feedback. I loved it as a quick read-through, but I think as I read aloud it would be even more fun. Awesome beginner chapter book!
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