Don't Call Me Sweet!

What do our readers think of Don't Call Me Sweet!? (Generated from the text of reviews of the book)

Children mostly find the little monster funny, messy and lovable, and they enjoy the rhymes, bright pictures and chances to join in. Some children do not fully understand the sudden change at the end, but they still enjoy the monster’s silly adventures.

What does the Pageticker team say about Don't Call Me Sweet!?

Don't Call Me Sweet! is a lively, laugh-out-loud picture book about a little monster who is desperate to be taken seriously. The bouncy rhymes, bright illustrations and wonderfully revolting bug-eye stew make it excellent for reading aloud, especially when children can join in with the repeated refrain. Beneath the roars and slime, there is a gentle reminder that being small, sweet or still growing up is nothing to be ashamed of.

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What is Don't Call Me Sweet! about?

Meet a grumpy little monster who insists he's scary, not sweet! With sharp claws and loud roars, he stomps around, eating squishy bug-eye stew. He's fearless — until he encounters a big, hairy ogre. Uh-oh! Will he prove his bravery or need a helping hand?

About the author

Smriti Prasadam-Halls is a much-loved author who creates wonderful books for children. She is best known for her heart-warming picture book 'I Love You Night and Day', as well as many other stories filled with adventure and kindness. Smriti enjoys making children smile with her stories and hopes to inspire a love of reading in everyone.

Discussion ideas around Don't Call Me Sweet!

Scary or sweet?: Why does the little monster want everyone to call him scary instead of sweet, and what do you think he really wants people to understand about him?

Being yourself: Which parts of the little monster's personality seem most like the real him, and which parts does he try hard to show off?

Big feelings: Think of a time when you wanted to seem bigger, braver or more grown-up. What happened, and how did you feel afterwards?

Words can change: How does the meaning of words such as 'sweet', 'scary', 'stinky' and 'slimy' change during the story?

A helping hand: What can we do when someone is frightened but is trying very hard to look brave?