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Description
At lunchtime a young girl discovers she isn't hungry, while a crocodile, a bear, and a wolf turn up absolutely famished. The animals' comical belief that children taste revolting creates a light-hearted standoff over the meal. The picture-book story, illustrated in bright, whimsical art, follows the simple, funny conflict that arises from mismatched appetites.
Quick Summary
One little girl decides she's not hungry at lunchtime, but a trio of hungry monsters a crocodile, a bear, and a wolf show up ready to feast. The laugh comes when the animals discover that kids taste absolutely revolting, turning the expected snack time into a goofy, gross-out punchline that kids find hilarious. With only 188 words and simple sentences, the book is perfect for first-grade readers or reluctant readers who want a quick, funny story they can finish on their own. Parents will be glad to know the monsters are more goofy than frightening, so the humor stays light and kid-friendly. If your child enjoys silly animal adventures like The Bad Guys or the quick-paced jokes in The Pout-Pout Fish, they'll probably ask to read Lunchtime again and again.