Book details
Making Friends with Frankenstein
Description
Making Friends With Frankenstein is the third book by Houghton that features a collection of 56 humorous poems accompanied by illustrations. The book includes a diverse cast of characters such as ghouls, ghosts, beasts, weirdos, The Wild Bill Hickok Bird, and The Doom Merchant. The poems and illustrations together offer a feast of ridiculous monsters, revolting insults, and awful aliens, promising readers hours of read-aloud fun in full color.
Age
6-12
Text complexity
beginner
Length
127 pages
Why to read
- Engaging Poetry: 'Making Friends with Frankenstein' is a collection of humorous and engaging poems that are sure to captivate readers of all ages with their wit and creativity.
- Illustrations: The book is accompanied by Colin McNaughton's own quirky and entertaining illustrations that complement the text and add an extra layer of enjoyment to the reading experience.
- Language Development: Reading poetry can help with language development, exposing readers to a rich variety of vocabulary and encouraging an appreciation for rhythm, rhyme, and the nuances of language.
- Themes of Friendship and Acceptance: Despite its spooky title, the book explores themes of friendship, acceptance, and looking beyond appearances, offering valuable lessons in a fun and accessible way.