Grumpy Monkey is not only the title of a wonderful book, but a vibe. Written by Susanne Lang and illustrated by Max Lang, the cover instantly grabs your attention. One day as I scoured through my local Barnes and Noble bookstore, I couldn’t help notice the expressive face of the monkey looking back at me. It so happened I was in a particularly foul mood at the time and felt an instant connection. I mused out loud “this monkey gets me.” A few weeks later, my daughter gifted me both the book and a plush doll based on the Grumpy Monkey himself, Jim Panzee. Naturally, I opted to give the book a proper review.
Kids Literacy
I am Batman
“I am Batman” are the words that strike fear in criminal hearts. They belong to the Dark Knight– a superhero possessing no super powers other than determination, intellect, physical training, and courage. I am Batman is also the title of a wonderful kid’s book by author Brad Meltzer and illustrator Christopher Eliopoulos.
CuteMonster Art Wednesday #6
The above illustration was of an imaginary superhero battle I waged as a child. I created the image to be used in conjunction with an article for “Comic Book Literacy”, an important documentary film conveying the idea of how comic books can play an integral role in engaging kids to read.