Wie heeft Steef opgegeten?

by Lloyd Susannah

Sejam todos bem-vindos a este livro EXTREMAMENTE INTERESSANTE que nos vai ensinar tudo sobre TAMANHOS.
O Marcel é um pássaro e é GRANDE.
O Steve é uma minhoca e é . . .
Esperem! ONDE ESTÁ O STEVE?
MARCEL! Devolve essa pobre minhoca IMEDIATAMENTE!

Bem-vindos a este hilariante livro sobre tamanhos. Marcel é um pássaro. Ele é grande. Steve é uma minhoca e ele é… Esperem um minuto! O Steve desapareceu! Será que o Marcel sabe alguma coisa sobre isso? E será que conseguimos convencê-lo a devolver o pobre Steve AGORA MESMO?!

Genres: Picture Books, Humor, Animals, Storytime, Birds, Childrens, Fiction

32 pages, Hardcover

Published June 26, 2024

Reviews

[Lisanne Eveleens]

Hi-la-risch!
Dankjewel dat jullie me deze hebben aangeraden Britt en Kicky 🫶🏼

[Sorcha O'Dowd]

Did I snort out loud reading this behind the till at work? Yes, yes I did.
Genius. Fabulous. 5 stars!

[Juliëtte]

Het verhaal ging over het verschil tussen groot en klein. Maar voordat dat uitgelegd kon worden, werd Steef opgegeten door Oscar! Hij wilde Steef eerst niet uitspugen, maar heeft dat gelukkig wel gedaan. We moesten Oscar wel flink aanspreken voordat hij dit deed. Wat een stouterd! Uiteindelijk werd uit het niets Oscar opgegeten door (spoiler alert) Bernadette de kat! Klein beetje karma? Wat een verhaal joh, terwijl het eigenlijk over groot en klein zou gaan. Ik zou het mijn vriendjes en vriendinnetjes aanraden!

[Jesse]

WE LOVE THIS BOOK! Lily and I literally gasped at the final two-page spread reveal! 🤩 Mara giggled all the way through!

[Melissa]

4 1/2 stars. Funny, dark humor for kids who like it. If the fish being eaten in This is Not My Hat does not bother your child, and the slimy dinosaur spittle on the classmate in We Don't Eat Our Classmates is hilarious, please bring Who Ate Steve home immediately. Great illustration, very tongue in cheek, and a lot of fun. I put this at second and third grade level because in my experience kindergartners and first graders are trying so hard to do things right that this type of humor horrifies them.

[Heleen Osse]

Heerlijk boek voor de Kinderboekenweek, als volwassene absoluut genoten van de humor!

[moony]

Banger c’est hilarant

[Keke]

Zelfs ik moest hardop lachen bij dit boek. Dat zegt wel iets, want ik moet nooit lachen om boeken. Als je het voorleest, voelt het meer als een gesprek dan echt een boek voor te lezen. Dit boek is niet voor elk kind. Als je peuter of kleuter wat gevoeliger is, zullen ze het misschien niet zo waarderen. Toch blijft het een leuk, grappig en eigenlijk ook wel interactief boek.

[Sacha Mil]

daar zat ze dan, in de kantine op werk hardop lachend om een boek

[Cryssilda]

On adore le livre avec ma nièce ! je la fais participer à la narration, trop amusant !

[Erika Pensaert]

3,5 ✨

[•Kait• •Boers•]

My nephew is gonna love this

[Tatiana Ristic]

Je suis MDR

[Tatchiana Frodyma]

Dit boek staat in de prentenboeken top 10 van 2026
En is echt hilarisch. Echt een heerlijk boek voor jong en oud.

[Theodore]

Good and pretty funny 😄.

[Shaynning - Libraire Jeunesse]

Incontournable Mai 2025


Je sais déjà que les profs, parents et jeunes lecteurs vont raffoler de cet album aussi coloré qu'un vieux cartoon, et qui me rappelle également l'album "Calamity Chat".

Un narrateur souhaite nous présenter un sujet, celui de la taille. Afin de nous donner un exemple visuel, il jette son dévolu sur un oiseau, marcel, et un verre de terre, Steeve. Seulement, pour l'oiseau, Steeve est surtout un appétissant encas et il n'aura de cesse de vouloir le gober. Tiraillé entre les injonctions de plus en plus exaspérées d'un narrateur incapable de finir son explication et son instinct naturel, Marcel n'est pas au bout de ses peines. Mais il aura mieux fait de ne pas oublier qu'il n'est pas exactement au bout de la chaine alimentaire...


C'est le genre d'album hilarant ou il ne faut pas avoir peur d'en mettre quand on tient la narration, de hausser la voix ou d'alter un ton professionnel quand on tient les lignes explicatives et un ton impatient avec les commentaires contre Marcel . Entre les "Comment as-tu osé?" et les "ceci est mon dernier avertissement!" , on a droit à une scènette comique ou un conteur ne parvient pas a venir a bout d'une explication toute simple, et ou il perd clairement patience envers un personnage peu collaborant. Bref, c'est pas le meilleur plan que de demander à des animaux de se côtoyer, dans le contexte.


Le graphisme est très joli, avec des accessoires sur les personnages, des expressions claires et une palette de couleurs sobres. Difficile de résister à l'adorable Steeve, encore moins avec un tel prénom! Les noms sont d'ailleurs une part de l'humour.


Un album parfait pour semer le plaisir en classe comme à la maison, et qui illustre que parfois, suivre une consigne, ça peut être ardu ( surtout quand c'est contre-intuitif!).


Pour un lectorat préscolaire, 4-5 ans+

[Mary]

It is time to learn about size, and Marcel the bird and Steve the worm have offered to assist. Unfortunately, just as the story gets going, Marcel decides to do as birds do and catch Steve up in his mouth. Much to the dismay of the narrator, the story cannot continue until Marcel decides to give Steve up for good. But even with Steve back, the momentum of the story has altogether changed, giving readers a taste of the unexpected. This clever story is ideally suited to be read aloud to a group of young children. Not only are the children themselves referenced directly within the narrative, but the interactive elements of the book are especially pleasing in a group setting. Fans of Mo Willems will find similar structures and design in this book, and an unexpected ending is a surprise for everyone. Large, dynamic fonts are used throughout the book, presenting the narrator's thoughts in a way that keeps readers engaged. The colorful, expressive illustrations tell their own story beside the written words, and children will love observing what is happening on the page especially as it contradicts their expectations. Built with a sturdy binding and thick pages, this book is designed to be enjoyed a multitude of times. This is an excellent addition to read aloud and Storytime collections, particularly those intended for preschool aged readers.

[Mrs.MakesReadingFun]

This book is an absolute riot. Who Ate Steve? might look like a simple picture book, but the humor is sharp, absurd, and laugh-out-loud funny for way beyond the preschool crowd. My 8 and 11 year old were genuinely in stitches when I previewed it, and that almost never happens with picture books anymore. The deadpan narration, the escalating silliness, and the expressive illustrations make it feel very Jon Klassen–esque in the best way. This is one of those rare read-alouds that hooks kids of all ages, and I already know it’s going to be a huge hit when I read it to my library classes. Highly recommend if you want a guaranteed laugh.

Be sure to check out the activity I made on Teachers Pay Teachers! Perfect for K-3!
https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/P...

[Terresa Wellborn]

Silly antics of Marcel, a dapper yet persistent bird, who wants to make a snack of Steve, the worm. Interactive text that speaks to the reader/audience, which can annoy but in this case works fine (once a novel concept in picture books circa 2014 or so, it feel gimmicky/unnecessary now).

The undertext is comparing size: Marcel the bird is Big and Steve the Worm is Small, but unfortunately that gets lost in the mayhem and madness of Marcel chasing Steve and nearly getting away with it.

The humor here is suitable for littles up with elementary age and beyond. Plus the Richard Scarry-esque illustrations are divine: Steve the worm here reminds me of his Lowly Worm, even sporting a hat.

Themes: birds, worms, humor
Ages: preK-2nd+ grade
Pub year: 2024

[Nicki Hinkle]

I recently accompanied my young niece and nephew on a library visit. (They had not spent much time in a public library because of COVID.) The sheer astonishment as they realized “all the books here can be read for free as many times as we want!” made me recall my childhood library memories.

Now onto the book: the belly laughs this book inspired were unbelievable. The illustrations were spot on and the timing and dramatic pauses of the words will make the adults belly laugh!!

Do yourself a favor: read this book soon! :-)

[Marijt]

Verwacht je een boek waar letterlijk groot en klein uitgelegd wordt, dan moet je dit boek niet pakken. Wil je lachen en lekker de grenzen op zoeken met de kinderen? Dan wel!

Misschien zit je niet helemaal in de voorleesmodus door de tekst; het is meer een gesprek tussen de alwetende verteller en de hoofdpersonen in het boek. Dus ook als je niet zo'n goeie/ervaren/relaxte voorlezer bent, dan wordt je vanzelf meegenomen en wordt het voorleesmoment gegarandeerd een groot succes!

Explorerende/reflectieve dimensie - Peuters & groep 1/2

Deze review plaatste ik ook op Hebban.

[Roben]

This is a book about size. Marcel is a big bird and Steve is a worm that is constantly being threatened by Marcel so the narrator is unable to complete the size comparison. Fortunately, the narrator is able to rescue Steve from an untimely end and let readers know that Steve is small and Marcel is big. But could something be bigger than Marcel?

Peek under the dust jacket - there might be a clue?
I loved the interactive element of the book with the narrator talking to the reader and becoming increasingly exasperated with Marcel.

[Bailey Young]

Who Ate Steve? Is a hilarious, captivating, action-packed, and fun read! In this book the narrorator speaks directly to the reader teaching them about size.......or maybe not. Marcel the bird and Steve the worm have offered to help but where's Steve? Marcel continously plots to steal Steve and eat him as a tasty snack. The narrorator won't allow it. Readers will love this hilarious push and pull which puts poor Steve in continous danger. Readers will never see the final twist coming!

[Erin Buhr]

This is a hilarious book to read aloud. Intending to teach about size, the book starts with a bird named Marcel and a worm named Steve being asked to help demonstrate big and small. Marcel however has other priorities. The excellent voice and pacing will engage kids. I loved the comically expressive illustrations that only add to the humor. Great for fans of We Don't Eat Our Classmates or Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus and best read with lots of enthusiasm.

[Erin]

With a similar vibe to Be Quiet!, the narrator tries to illustrate size differences. This becomes impossible as the narrator must continuously rescue the "small" example. Abundant asides punctuated with increasing exasperation make this story a treat.

[Serious Storytime Shenanigans]

Date: 04.24.26
Attendees: 78
Theme: Worms
Introduction and announcements: My Hands Say Hello

Book one: Noodle & Lou by Liz Garton Scanlon

Song/rhyme/game one: 5 little worms

Book two: Who Ate Steve? By Susannah Lloyd

Song/rhyme/game two: Roly Poly Roll by Super Simple Songs

Book three: Worm Makes a Sandwich by Brianne Farley

Song/ rhyme/ game three: Herman the Worm (with balloon)

Activity: https://www.teachjunkie.com/wp-conten...

[Rachel]

A fun interactive book about a bird who just can't help but eat the small worm who is his costar in the picture book. The books breaks the third wall and has the narrator talking to the reader, which kids love in read aloud. Also has a surprise ending which is another kid fav. Great read aloud for old elementary.

[Rebecca R]

The narrator of this book is trying to create an extremely interesting story about size, but Marcel the big bird is being very badly behaved and keeps trying to eat Steve the small worm. ‘Who Ate Steve’ is a riotous romp packed with hilarious illustrations and it works particularly well when read aloud in a group.

[Melanie Hetrick]

A hilarious story about Marcel the Crow and Steve the Worm. Readers are meant to be learning about size but Marcel the Crow can't seem to behave himself. Steve the worm is just too much of a temptation. But eventually Marcel learns a hard lesson.

This is going to be hilarious in story time. Highly recommended.

[Pam]

A darkly amusing story. The narrator attempts to teach readers about big and small animals. However, Marcel, the big bird makes several attempts to eat Steve, the small worm. The narrator scolds Marcel and Steve is returned. Readers see this happen several times until the narrator finally finishes identifying the big and the small animals. I love the surprise ending.