A smooth-talking monster gets what's coming to him in this funny and slyly subversive picture book for fans of There's a Monster in Your Book and We Don't Eat Our Classmates. A big orange creature lurks in a crowded playground...but don't worry!He would never eat a child. What do you think he is...a MONSTER? And kids are definitely not disappearing every time you turn a page.You're imagining things. The monster has nothing to hide; in fact, he loves children. And he would never, ever, ever-oops! There goes another kid.... This laugh-out-loud story will keep readers guessing until the end, then send them straight back to the beginning to keep a close eye on the wily monster (and the one kid who knows exactly what he's up to).A great read aloud for bedtime (or anytime!), this silly and subversive picture book delivers poetic justice and giggles galore.