Sophie and the Next-Door Monsters by Chris Case 2008
Sophie enjoys playing on her own, but when her mom insists that they invite the new neighbors over she views the next-door monsters as an interruption. She puts on protective gear in case they decide to kidnap her. To her astonishment, the youngest monster Charlie makes her laugh and even has magical powers. Sophie’s cat follows them around with a perturbed look on its face, especially when Charlie turns him into a potato. Charlie’s expression as he tries on Sophie’s hats is silly, and endearing.
Case uses a subtle voice to remind children that meeting new people can bring very pleasant surprises.
Appropriate for ages 4-8
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