{"product_id":"monster-hands-isbn-9780593532294","title":"Monster Hands","description":"\u003cb\u003eA Schneider Family Book Award Honor\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTwo best friends use rhyming ASL to help vanquish their fear of the monster under the bed in this fun, interactive bedtime readaloud.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhen nighttime comes, Milo has a problem—he’s convinced there’s a monster under his bed! Luckily, his best friend Mel knows just what to do—scare the monster more than the monster scares you! So using shadow puppets on the wall, Mel and Milo make monster hands that roar, chomp and even laugh to scare the monster away. But uh oh! What if the monster thinks this is funny! This is NOT funny! Milo has an idea to show the monster who’s boss once and for all. Together Milo and Mel hatch a plan to scare the monster away forever. But in the end, they discover the true cure to a monster problem is a best friend who will stand and face it with you.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAccompanied by warm, atmospheric art that dazzles, this soon-to-be bedtime favorite will provide much comfort to children facing a common bedtime fear.\u003cb\u003e\u003cu\u003ePraise for \u003ci\u003eMonster Hands\u003c\/i\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAn ALSC 2025 Notable Children’s Books Selection \u003cbr\u003eA Schneider Family Book Award Honor \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cb\u003eA Horn Book Fanfare Best Book of 2024\u003cbr\u003eA 2024 \u003ci\u003eBooklist \u003c\/i\u003eEditors’ Choice Pick \u003cbr\u003eA 2024 \u003ci\u003eKirkus\u003c\/i\u003e Best Books\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA Junior Library Guild Selection\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAn Amazon Best Book of the Month—May 2024\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e★ \"Kane and debut author McMillan build \u003cb\u003esuspense \u003c\/b\u003ewith each of the duo’s attempts to banish the monster, creating \u003cb\u003ea lively collaboration that gives way to a tender gesture between the friends.\u003c\/b\u003e MBD employs vibrant gradient hues to create looming shadows and\u003cb\u003e dynamically highlight ASL signs.\u003c\/b\u003e\"—\u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly, \u003c\/i\u003e\u003cb\u003estarred review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e★ \"\u003cb\u003eA thrilling tale of bravery, friendship, and the power of signing. \u003c\/b\u003eChildren will eagerly sign or shout along with the most exciting moments. MBD uses color, light, and perspective to create \u003cb\u003ecute \u003c\/b\u003eyet \u003cb\u003edramatic illustrations\u003c\/b\u003e. This is \u003cb\u003ean excellent read\u003c\/b\u003e for any child fretting about things that go bump in the night, as well as \u003cb\u003ean effortless celebration of ASL\u003c\/b\u003e.\"—\u003ci\u003eKirkus,\u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cb\u003estarred review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e★ “Energetic and dramatic\u003c\/b\u003e…Clever use of panels and framing make the children’s signing particularly \u003cb\u003eviewer-friendly\u003c\/b\u003e, and illustrator MBD depicts clearly and expressively \u003cb\u003eASL’s dynamism\u003c\/b\u003e… Unlike so many stories that make an issue of the use of ASL, this one\u003cb\u003e naturally and easily shows it as the language these children use\u003c\/b\u003e—allowing the drama of the story to take center stage.”—\u003ci\u003eThe Horn Book\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003cb\u003estarred review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“Not only are readers treated to \u003cb\u003ea relatable bedtime excursion\u003c\/b\u003e, but they will also learn the signs for several terms, which are presented organically and naturally throughout the story. \u003cb\u003eThe illustrations are equally captivating\u003c\/b\u003e, in a nighttime palette of blue and purple that depicts the monsters as somewhat eerie, but never anything terrifying…\u003cb\u003eA welcome addition to all collections\u003c\/b\u003e.”—\u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cb\u003eKaren Kane\u003c\/b\u003e grew up in Rochester, NY and became a sign language interpreter before becoming a writer. A graduate of Vermont College of Fine Arts, Karen is the author of the Edgar Award-nominated book \u003ci\u003eCharlie \u0026amp; Frog\u003c\/i\u003e and its sequel \u003ci\u003eThe Boney Hand\u003c\/i\u003e, and the “hilarious and subversive” picture book with Beth Bacon, \u003ci\u003eAlphabuddies: G Is First!\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eJonaz McMillan\u003c\/b\u003e, a Deaf writer and producer based in Los Angeles, is known for his work in film, TV, and children's literature. Currently pursuing an MFA in Writing for Film and TV at Emerson College, his notable projects include 'The Tuba Thieves,' premiered at the Sundance Film Festival, 'CBS Showcase 2022,' and 'Hands Land,' among others. Previously, he served as a faculty member at Gallaudet University, also his alma mater. Occasionally, he writes from the heart on napkins and leaves them in public places, hoping they resonate with strangers.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eDion MBD\u003c\/b\u003e (short for Dionisius Mehaga Bangun Djayasaputra) is an Indonesian illustrator\/designer who lives and works between Brooklyn and Bandung. Dion received his illustration BFA from Ringling College of Art and Design in Florida, where he grew his fascination with clouds. In his downtime, Dion is either cooking, listening to John Mayer, or cloud-watching.","brand":"Nancy Paulsen Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46303374573797,"sku":"NP9780593532294","price":18.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9780593532294.jpg?v=1767732927","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/products\/monster-hands-isbn-9780593532294","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}