The Monster at the End of This Book

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Lovable, furry old Grover is distressed to learn that there's a monster at the end of this book! He begs readers not to turn the pages, but of course kids feel they just have to see this monster for themselves. Grover is astonished—and kids are delighted—to discover who is really the monster at the end of the book!
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Lovable, furry old Grover is distressed to learn that there's a monster at the end of this book! He begs readers not to turn the pages, but of course kids feel they just have to see this monster for themselves. Grover is astonished—and kids are delighted—to discover who is really the monster at the end of the book!
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Furry, blue Grover stars in this wildly popular Golden title that features a "monster at the end of this book." Beloved by a generation of fans who have discovered its sweet-natured suspense since the original publication in 1971, this laugh-out-loud read is bound to make its way into the hearts of a new generation, as readers see Grover trying to prevent them from turning pages -- and moving him toward a potentially harrowing meeting with the monster. Despite begging, tying pages together with rope, nailing pages together, and more, a scared Grover only gets closer and closer, until the last page, when we all are introduced to the creature himself. A hilarious, can't-miss treasure that puts a little egg on Grover's face and will definitely be read again and again.
Children's Literature
Sesame Street's own beloved character Grover stars in this "Big Little Golden Book." He plays host, urging the reader not turn to the next page because each one brings you closer to the monster at the end. Grover uses ropes to try to tie the pages back, a brick wall to stop the page from turning, and his urgent pleas to convince you to stop at the page you are on. Of course, children will be even more eager to dive further into this book, curiosity driving them wild to see the monster. This is such a fun book that they won't even realize that they are reading. Perfect for an enthusiastic adult to share with a new reader, the text is full of energy and words seem to jump out from the pages. As far as the monster at the end of the book goes, monster phobes need not fear. 2004 (orig. 1971), Golden Books, Ages 3 to 5.
—Cherie Ilg Haas
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Product Details

  • ISBN-13: 9780307010858
  • Publisher: Random House Children's Books
  • Publication date: 5/28/2003
  • Series: Little Golden Book Series
  • Edition number: 2
  • Pages: 24
  • Sales rank: 358
  • Age range: 3 - 5 Years
  • Product dimensions: 6.62 (w) x 10.88 (h) x 0.22 (d)

Meet the Author

Jon Stone was the first head writer for Sesame Street and was one of the show’s principal directors and producers for over 24 years.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted February 1, 2012

    Just like Mom used to read!

    This has been one of my favorite books since I was a little girl. I have read it to all 4 of my kids. Now, I can have Grover read it to them as well! My 3 year old loves to have Grover read him the story over and over on long trips! Worth every penny!

    42 out of 46 people found this review helpful.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted February 3, 2012

    Nook version is excellent!!

    This is one of our favorite books and the new Nook Read to Me version is excellent! My 3 and 5 year old want to hear it over and over again. Grover's voice is adorable and perfect.

    27 out of 30 people found this review helpful.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted January 19, 2003

    Really good book!!!

    I've been searching through board books available for my two toddlers. I remember this book from when I was younger. I'm so excited to see that it is available as a board book now. I was the oldest of Seven kids growing up and all of the books around the house were always "well loved". Of course back then we never had any board books. I love having board books for my toddlers since they are so much sturdier than the old paperbacks. And this is such a wonderful book for children. Grover is so funny and especially how he is so scared to find the monster at the end of the book.

    18 out of 20 people found this review helpful.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted February 2, 2012

    Omg

    This book is the most hilairious thing i read it over and over such a cute book

    15 out of 16 people found this review helpful.

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  • Posted December 28, 2011

    One of my absolute favorites!!

    This is the cutest book ever. For any child who is afraid of monsters, it shows that sometimes we scare ourselves over nothing at all. Grover is so funny and silly in this story.

    13 out of 16 people found this review helpful.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted February 5, 2012

    Love this book

    I have loved this book since I was a little girl, when my dsughter was born I read it to her as well. Having Grover read it is wonderful!

    9 out of 11 people found this review helpful.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted February 3, 2012

    Love It!

    This was my favorite story growing up! The pictures have the same great look as the "real" book. My niece loves the story as well. I can't wait to let her hear Grover read it to her! She will be soooo surprised.

    8 out of 10 people found this review helpful.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted February 1, 2012

    My fave!

    This book is one of my childhood favorites. And Grover will even read it to you!! Best money spent on this classic for my Nook Tablet. So happy it is available.

    7 out of 8 people found this review helpful.

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  • Posted February 28, 2012

    Cute book

    My daughter loves this book. She is 4 years old. Normally, she is a big fan of Elmo, but Grover is growing on her. If I can't read this book to her, Grover does. Grover's voice is exactly the same as when he's on Sesame Street. Love it!!!

    6 out of 8 people found this review helpful.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted April 15, 2012

    I Also Recommend:

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    My kids loved this book growing up, and now my grandkids can enj

    My kids loved this book growing up, and now my grandkids can enjoy having Grover read the book to them.
    Your kids will get hours and hours of enjoyment from this book, as well as learning to read.
    It's a great book.

    5 out of 6 people found this review helpful.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted March 15, 2012

    Eek

    This book scared the beegeezus out if me when I was a very small girl. NOT recommended for those 5 and under.

    5 out of 25 people found this review helpful.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted February 8, 2012

    The best book

    I was four when my mother told me the story about the monster at the end of the book. Now im 30 and share the monster with my daughter. I love this book!

    5 out of 5 people found this review helpful.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted February 8, 2012

    Great use of read to me feature

    The use of Grover's voice made this worth it. Still a great book for kids over 40 years later.

    4 out of 4 people found this review helpful.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted February 5, 2012

    Great read aloud

    I've read this to all of my kids and my 10 year old will still come running when I start reading it to my 3 year old...lol Great read aloud!!!

    4 out of 4 people found this review helpful.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted March 12, 2012

    Cute but cant hear it

    Nice book with grover talking. Would have gave it more stars but even with the volume all the way up you can barely hear the book being read. Even with complete silence in my house, i still have to hold it close to try and hear it.

    3 out of 4 people found this review helpful.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted February 14, 2012

    Amazing!!!!!

    I love this book it is amazing!!!!!!

    3 out of 3 people found this review helpful.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted February 4, 2012

    Worth it

    Too cute. Love that the story is in Grover's voice.

    3 out of 3 people found this review helpful.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted February 4, 2012

    Brilliant!

    This was one of my favorite books as a kid. I loved reading it. I just found it again after abiut 12 or so years in 2009 and remembered almost everything instantly. Every child should read this.

    3 out of 3 people found this review helpful.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted February 2, 2012

    Aaaa

    My favorite book.......

    2 out of 3 people found this review helpful.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted October 31, 2011

    Childhood Favorite!

    A great book to read to any child.

    2 out of 3 people found this review helpful.

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