About This Book

When he swallowed some ants, he danced in his pants. He swallowed a lizard, a bat, a jackal, and a bear. Then he tried to swallow a lion...ROAR! — Now that monster eats no more!

Children will laugh along with the funny text, bright bold illustrations, and delightful song created by three generations of the talented Emberley family. Rebecca Emberley has written a rollicking text, which she has illustrated in collaboration with her dad, Caldecott award winner Ed Emberley. And Rebecca's daughter, Adrian, has recorded the fun catchy song.

Listen to the There Was an Old Monster song sung by Adrian.

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See some sample pages (PDF) from the There Was an Old Monster! picture book.

About the Authors or Illustrators

Ed Emberley

Ed Emberley is well-known in the field of children's books. His work has won numerous awards including the Caldecott Honor. His books have been praised by many: The New York Times has included Emberley's books among its annual selections for the Best Illustrated Books of the Year, and many have been selected by the American Library Association for its annual list of Notable Children's Books.

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