We're Going to Find the Monster

What do our readers think of We're Going to Find the Monster? (Generated from the text of reviews of the book)

Children enjoy the funny monster hunt, colourful illustrations and repeated words, and they like joining in with the adventure. They especially enjoy acting out the climbing, sneaking and roaring, while some find the story familiar because it follows a repeating journey pattern.

What does the Pageticker team say about We're Going to Find the Monster?

This playful adventure turns an ordinary home into oceans, mountains and forests, giving children plenty of scope to join in with the lively refrain. Malorie Blackman's warm sibling story and Dapo Adeola's vibrant, inclusive illustrations make this an excellent read-aloud for young adventurers, especially children who enjoy imaginative play and family humour. The repeated journey may feel energetic and familiar, but it also makes the book easy to follow and fun to perform together.

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What is We're Going to Find the Monster about?

Join two fearless siblings as they turn their home into a world of adventure, travelling over oceans, up mountains and through forests to find the mighty monster—who just might be their big brother! With vibrant illustrations and a playful refrain, this story celebrates the magic of imagination, creativity, and family fun.

About the author

Malorie Blackman is a brilliant British author who loves writing exciting stories for children and teenagers. She is best known for her famous 'Noughts & Crosses' series, which has captured the imaginations of many readers. Malorie enjoys creating books full of adventure, mystery, and interesting characters that inspire young people to read more.

Discussion ideas around We're Going to Find the Monster

Wild imaginations: How do the siblings turn their home into an exciting world of oceans, mountains and forests, and what could you transform in your own home?

Brave explorers: What makes the siblings brave as they search for the monster, and which part of their adventure would you most like to explore?

Family fun: How does playing together change the way the siblings see their family and their home?

Words that bring stories alive: Which describing words make the adventure feel most exciting, and what new words could you use to describe a monster?

Real or pretend?: How can you tell which parts of the story are make-believe, and why can pretend adventures still feel real and important?