Sesame Street Another Monster at the End of This Book with Elmo Plush Toy

by Jon Stone

There’s something waiting at the end of this book. Could it be…a monster?! Lovable, furry old Grover is about to find out—and he’s bringing his equally lovable and furry friend Elmo with him!

Genres: Picture Books, Childrens, Monsters, Fiction, Humor, Fantasy, Storytime

Hardcover

First published January 1, 1996

About the author

Stone graduated from Williams College in 1952. He received a master's degree from the Yale University School of Drama in 1955, at which time he joined a CBS training program. Before helping to create Sesame Street, he worked on the popular children's television show Captain Kangaroo for CBS. He also worked on several other Muppet projects before and during his time on Sesame Street, and was the author of several books including the popular "The Monster at the End of this Book". He was married for 9 years to actress Beverly Owen.

Stone was Sesame Street's principal director until 1996. Working with Jim Henson, he helped to create many of the Muppet characters, including Big Bird and Cookie Monster. He was also responsible for the show's format and setting. Stone contributed occasional announcer voices (such as the soap opera promo spoof "School in the Afternoon"), and served similar duty on two Muppet Meeting Films. In April 1990, Stone hosted and directed a television special titled Sing! Sesame Street Remembers Joe Raposo and His Music. The special was created as a tribute to Joe Raposo, who passed away from lymphoma in February 1989.

Jon Stone died of complications from Lou Gehrig's disease on March 30th, 1997. In his New York Times obituary, Joan Ganz Cooney describes Stone as "probably the most brilliant writer of children's television material in America."

Reviews

[Calista · Rating 4 out of 5]

Not nearly as amazing as the original, but still cute and fun. It's a great story for young readers. It builds good anticipation while knowing what it's ultimately going to be. It's still a good book, but be sure and read the first one first.

I found this story at the Openlibrary. They have a decent selection of older titles that has fallen out of print.

[Chris Haught · Rating 5 out of 5]

Kale loves these books, and a grandbaby's smile makes them all 5-stars.

Even with Elmo.

[Michael · Rating 2 out of 5]

After picking up a copy of the original Monster at the End of This Book for Shortcake, I was both excited and wary of this sequel.

We checked a copy out of our library and I've got to admit this one isn't quite up to par with the original. The concept is the same -- Grover is worried about a monster at the end of the book but instead of trying to keep the reader from turning pages, this time he's trying to keep Elmo from proceeding to the final page with the promised monster.

This book confirms what many of have suspected for years -- Elmo is a jerk. He knows Grover is worried about this monster but keeps tearing down every defense Grover throws up to get to the promised monster at the end of the book. All while claiming to be Grover's friend.

We love the original. This one just isn't quite as good.

[Ronyell · Rating 5 out of 5]

I remembered watching “Sesame Street” a lot when I was a child and I used to collect a few books that featured the Sesame Street gang. One of the books that I got was “Another Monster at the End of this Book” by Jon Stone, along with artwork by Michael Smollin. This book is the sequel to “The Monster at the End of this Book” and it’s such a hilarious and cute story!

The book starts off with Grover and Elmo discovering about the monster at the end of the book and Elmo wanted to see the monster. But Grover didn’t want to see the monster at the end of the book and he spent most of the book trying prevent both him and Elmo from seeing the monster at the end of the book.

Wow! I never would have expected to enjoy this book as much as I did! Even though I grew up watching “Sesame Street” when I was little, I didn’t really collect that many books that were based off of “Sesame Street.” But I found this book to be so adorable and hilarious that I just could not help but fall in love with this book! Jon Stone did a fantastic job at writing both Grover and Elmo as they are both extremely faithful to their characters from the TV series. I loved the fact that Grover is being shown as the cautious one as he does not want to see the monster at the end of the book (although kind of justified since he had the same problem in the first book). Meanwhile, Elmo is shown as being the one who is excited at the idea of seeing the monster at the end of the book. I also loved the relationship between Grover and Elmo as Grover acts like an older brother who is trying to protect Elmo from the monster at the end of the book, while Elmo is the younger sibling who is very curious about the world around him. Michael Smollin’s artwork is completely faithful to the characters of the “Sesame Street” TV series as Grover and Elmo look faithful to their designs from “Sesame Street.” I also loved the way that Michael Smollin drew the humorous moments in this book such as showing Grover trying to block the pages by either putting up building blocks or gluing the pages together to prevent the reader from turning the pages.



Overall, “Another Monster at the End of this Book” is a fantastic sequel to “The Monster at the End of this Book” and if you are a huge fan of “Sesame Street,” then you will definitely enjoy this book! I would recommend this book to children ages four and up since there is nothing inappropriate in this book.

Review is also on: Rabbit Ears Book Blog

[Derek · Rating 1 out of 5]

Why did I hate this book?

Is it because it matches the comedy beats of the brilliant original, adding nothing? No.

Is it because it cynically adds that treacly red git Elmo for no purpose? No.

What is it?

Just before the end, Grover and Elmo have this idiotic back-and-forth "no, you!" argument that takes up the entire page spread.

How does it end?

Grover shuts it down with a dismissive "whatever."

What word, in what tone, did my son pick up, catapulting him directly to a world-weary teenagerhood some nine years early?

Yes, that one. "Whatever". He uses it often.

Screw you, Mister Grover. Screw you _forever_.

[Danielle · Rating 2 out of 5]

Well, unlike its deeply philosophical predecessor, this one left me wanting. I guess one could make an argument that the ongoing push-and-pull argument between the furry protagonists is representative of the child-like id fighting against the developing superego that will soon supplant it. Or, perhaps, it is a deeper look into the value of sometimes allowing the id to take control because those imagined 'monsters' that the superego sees everywhere never actually existed. Or, well, it might be about Grover and Elmo being silly.

[Josiah · Rating 2 out of 5]

This is a creative sequel to one of the best-loved Little Golden Books, There's a Monster at the End of This Book. Playing off the charm of The Monster at the End of This Book while introducing humorous new twists, the writer-illustrator team of Jon Stone and Michael Smollin has created another memorable story.

The language is noticeably updated from the first book, but I don't mind that. It's great to revisit the original classic work in this sequel.

[Stacy · Rating 4 out of 5]

Kept us turning the pages, waiting to see what monster would be at the end. Lovable Grover was funny in this one.

[Vera Godley · Rating 4 out of 5]

O.k. you've got to be careful when you bring up monsters to the kiddies. You don't want to instill fear in their little hearts and even if they already think that there are monsters under the bed, etc., you have to tread carefully. So be aware.....

There's "Another Monster At the End of this Book" is a fun interactive, flap lifting, peek hole, pop up board book that will entertain. And the reality is..... there's not really a monster at the end of the book. But that's a bit of a spoiler, isn't it. Anyway, its a fun board book if you like sharing "monsters" with your little one.

DISCLOSURE: I was provided a complimenary copy to facilitate this review. Opinions are mine, alone and are freely given.

[Cheryl · Rating 4 out of 5]

The first is brilliant. This adds just a bit, in that Elmo *conspires* with the reader to overrule Grover's reluctance. Then the two of them *negotiate* to make a *plan* to discover the monster at less risk to themselves.... Also, this one is even sillier.

*Could be used to educate children about cooperative skills....

[midnightfaerie · Rating 3 out of 5]

One of my favorite books as a child and now the same for my children. A great idea for a plot with our favorite lovable characters. I do like the first book a little better than this one, but still worth the read!

[Slither · Rating 1 out of 5]

This is a sequel to "The Monster at the End of This Book", and, sadly, I don't really like it much. It is not bad, per se, but the same joke as the earlier book, done less well.

[Michelle H. · Rating 5 out of 5]

One of the greatest books of our time.

[Jocelin · Rating 3 out of 5]

I thought that this sequel was better than the original. I think the thing that gave this book life was Elmo's manic enthusiasm. Fun to read.

[Alyson (Kid Lit Frenzy) · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a fun book and an even more fun ebook app.

[Jackie · Rating 4 out of 5]

HaHA...Elmo and Grover Monsters? You have to get to the end of the book to find out who the monster is!

[Noah · Rating 5 out of 5]

Even better then the original but same ending

[Amy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Clearly a perfect sequel to one of the finest books in all of literature. I admit that when I first saw this sequel at the library I thought, "Oh no, here we go again. Another disastrous sequel". Yet, even though I find Elmo one of the most annoying characters of all time, he saves this work. His diligence and bravery cast a Platonic light on crucial steps to getting to the ideal monster at the end of the book. And where Grover, my forever hero, has failed to adapt to his lessons and circumstances of the first book, Elmo with his charismatic, quixotic bravery saves the day. Read this book and then read it again as Elmo will save all of our souls.

[Cindy Mitchell *Kiss the Book* · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another Monster at the End of This Book: An Interactive Adventure. INTERACTIVE BOOK. Printers Row Publishing, 2018. $15. 9780794441746

BUYING ADVISORY: Pre-K, EL (K-3), GIFT - ESSENTIAL

AUDIENCE APPEAL: HIGH

Grover has hear about another book with another monster at the end of it. This time Elmo also wants to see the monster. Grover will do everything he has to in order to stop Elmo from running into a potentially scary monster.

Even cuter than the original! The interactive elements are sturdy and should hope fairly well.

Cindy, Middle School Librarian, MLS
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[Kathryn (Dragon Bite Books) · Rating 3 out of 5]

Review first published on my blog, Nine Pages .

Adding lift the flap elements to this story is an improvement on the first Monster at the End of This Book, but otherwise this book falls rather flat in comparison to the first. I would rather have The Monster at the End of This Book done in this format. In this, Grover and Elmo argue over whether or not to turn the page and come closer and closer to the promised monster at the end, and of course the monsters are just themselves as Grover was the monster in the first book.

[K.L. Bernard · Rating 5 out of 5]

Elmo and Grover want kids to join them on an interactive adventure. It will be up to you to choose to open this monster filled book. Elmo is trying to convince Grover to get to the last page of the book. Readers can follow along with the help of some convincing from Elmo. On each page there is a fold or pop-up with some encouraging words from Elmo.

Interactive, fun and engaging readers will learn new words along with shapes and can also increase motor skills. Parents and teachers will find this book an educational treat for beginners.

[Mrs Mommy Booknerd http://mrsmommybooknerd.blogspot.com · Rating 5 out of 5]

I adored The Monster at the End of this Book when I was a kid. This book is just as good! I loved it so much. I love how funny, interactive and colorful it is. I feel so much nostalgia reading this newest installment. I urge you to read this to your kid. I really urge you to buy it for your home library so your child can hand it down to their kid someday, just like I did with The Monster at the End of this Book. You will laugh with your child/children and create so many wonderful memories reading this book. It is sure to come their new favorite!

[Carina · Rating 5 out of 5]

My mom picked out this book at the library. She remembers reading the little golden book, The Monster at the End of This Book, at her grandma's house when she was a kid. She thought I would like this book, and she was right. She read it in silly Grover and Elmo voices. I made her read it to me over and over again. It was really funny! Grover is afraid that there might be a scary monster with an attitude at the end of the book, but curious Elmo wants to see the monster.

[Rosalie · Rating 4 out of 5]

i got this as a gift for my birthday (i think my 18th) by a good friend of mine. i think i like it because it's fun and has memory linked to it. my buddy who gave it to me has actually aggravated that he couldn't find the version he grew up with. being this was in the 90s and elmo was popular, he was aggravated by his happy red face.

very cute book. saving it for when i have kids.

[Jean Oram · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was a pleasant surprise. I'm not one for Sesame Street, but this book was funny. Kids will get a kick out of Grover talking 'to them' and asking them not to turn the page as there is a(nother) monster at the end of the book. Of course, Elmo and the kids turn the page. And guess what? There's a monster!!!

[Brittany Smith · Rating 4 out of 5]

Read my full review at: PerfectlyTolerable.com

This book only gets a 4 because it is pretty much exactly like the first book except its got Elmo in it.  I like the original better.  This one is still good by itself, because I still love the idea and it is clever, but it loses a star for not being unique.

[jacky · Rating 3 out of 5]

Not quite as good as the first one because the novelty has worn off, but still cute. The ending is a little different, but also not as straight forward. Elmo is in this one, so I'm betting Natalie would like it more for that reason.

[Ann · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book is still fun like the last one, but it has Elmo, which lowers my enjoyment, and there's really nothing new here. I read it with my nine-year-old nephew to the other kids, and he didn't have a problem doing the Elmo voice, so that helped me out.

[Darinda · Rating 5 out of 5]

Sequel to The Monster at the End of this Book. A cute and funny book featuring Grover and Elmo.

[Amy · Rating 5 out of 5]

My son likes the part where Grover and Elmo discover each other and scream.