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Stink and the Hairy, Scary Spider
Stink’s spider phobia spurs his sister, Judy, and friend Webster to try some desensitization techniques—until a real-life encounter takes them by surprise—in a hilarious episode offering a bonus origami activity.
Creepy! Crawly! Criminy! Everyone knows that Stink is bonkers about most scientific things. But there’s one dangle a spider in front of him and he goes berserk! Stink is so freaked out by spiders that he can’t read about them. He can’t look at them. He can’t think about them. And he for-sure can’t touch them! Stink has arachnophobia (a fear of spiders), and he has it bad . But when a hairy backyard emergency arises, Stink is forced to face his fear—and eight beady eyes—head-on. Will he manage to tame the heebie-jeebies, or will he remain stuck in his web of terror? Arachno-fans will love the comics sprinkled throughout with facts about spiders as well as a hands-on origami challenge.
Creepy! Crawly! Criminy! Everyone knows that Stink is bonkers about most scientific things. But there’s one dangle a spider in front of him and he goes berserk! Stink is so freaked out by spiders that he can’t read about them. He can’t look at them. He can’t think about them. And he for-sure can’t touch them! Stink has arachnophobia (a fear of spiders), and he has it bad . But when a hairy backyard emergency arises, Stink is forced to face his fear—and eight beady eyes—head-on. Will he manage to tame the heebie-jeebies, or will he remain stuck in his web of terror? Arachno-fans will love the comics sprinkled throughout with facts about spiders as well as a hands-on origami challenge.
160 pages, Hardcover
Published September 8, 2020
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About the author
Megan McDonald
295 books741 followers"Sometimes I think I am Judy Moody," says Megan McDonald, author of the Judy Moody series, the Stink series, and THE SISTERS CLUB. "I'm certainly moody, like she is. Judy has a strong voice and always speaks up for herself. I like that."
For Megan McDonald, being able to speak up for herself wasn't always easy. She grew up as the youngest of five sisters in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Her father, an ironworker, was known to his coworkers as "Little Johnny the Storyteller." Every evening at dinner the McDonalds would gather to talk and tell stories, but Megan McDonald was barely able to get a word in edgewise. "I'm told I began to stutter," she says, leading her mother to give her a notebook so she could start "writing things down."
Critically acclaimed, the Judy Moody books have won numerous awards, ranging from a PUBLISHERS WEEKLY Best Book of the Year to an International Reading Association Children's Choice. "Judy has taken on a life of her own," the author notes, with nearly 3 million Judy Moody books in print. Interestingly, the feisty third-grader is highly popular with boys and girls, making for a strong base of fans who are among Megan McDonald's strongest incentives to keep writing, along with "too many ideas and a little chocolate." And now -- by popular demand -- Judy Moody's little brother, Stink, gets his chance to star in his own adventures! Beginning with STINK: THE INCREDIBLE SHRINKING KID, three more stories, and his own encyclopedia, STINK-O-PEDIA, Stink's special style comes through loud and strong -- enhanced by a series of comic strips, drawn by Stink himself, which are sprinkled throughout the first book. About the need for a book all about Stink, Megan McDonald says, "Once, while I was visiting a class full of Judy Moody readers, the kids, many with spiked hair à la Judy's little brother, chanted, 'Stink! Stink! Stink! Stink! Stink!' as I entered the room. In that moment, I knew that Stink had to have a book all his own."
More recently, Megan McDonald has recalled some of her own childhood with the warmth, humor -- and squabbles -- of three spunky sisters in THE SISTERS CLUB.
Megan McDonald and her husband live in Sebastopol, California, with two dogs, two adopted horses, and fifteen wild turkeys that like to hang out on their back porch.
For Megan McDonald, being able to speak up for herself wasn't always easy. She grew up as the youngest of five sisters in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Her father, an ironworker, was known to his coworkers as "Little Johnny the Storyteller." Every evening at dinner the McDonalds would gather to talk and tell stories, but Megan McDonald was barely able to get a word in edgewise. "I'm told I began to stutter," she says, leading her mother to give her a notebook so she could start "writing things down."
Critically acclaimed, the Judy Moody books have won numerous awards, ranging from a PUBLISHERS WEEKLY Best Book of the Year to an International Reading Association Children's Choice. "Judy has taken on a life of her own," the author notes, with nearly 3 million Judy Moody books in print. Interestingly, the feisty third-grader is highly popular with boys and girls, making for a strong base of fans who are among Megan McDonald's strongest incentives to keep writing, along with "too many ideas and a little chocolate." And now -- by popular demand -- Judy Moody's little brother, Stink, gets his chance to star in his own adventures! Beginning with STINK: THE INCREDIBLE SHRINKING KID, three more stories, and his own encyclopedia, STINK-O-PEDIA, Stink's special style comes through loud and strong -- enhanced by a series of comic strips, drawn by Stink himself, which are sprinkled throughout the first book. About the need for a book all about Stink, Megan McDonald says, "Once, while I was visiting a class full of Judy Moody readers, the kids, many with spiked hair à la Judy's little brother, chanted, 'Stink! Stink! Stink! Stink! Stink!' as I entered the room. In that moment, I knew that Stink had to have a book all his own."
More recently, Megan McDonald has recalled some of her own childhood with the warmth, humor -- and squabbles -- of three spunky sisters in THE SISTERS CLUB.
Megan McDonald and her husband live in Sebastopol, California, with two dogs, two adopted horses, and fifteen wild turkeys that like to hang out on their back porch.
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July 15, 2020
When his dollar bill origami frog leap frogs away from him, Stink encounters something really scary in his yard. Spiderzilla!
Determined to get his frog back without having to encounter the arachnid again, Stink enlists the help of his sister, Judy Moody, and his friends, Sophie of the Elves and Webster. Webster, being the wonderful friend he is, decides he’s going to help Stink overcome his arachnophobia.
and that there are steps he can take to conquer his fear.
Besides catching up on Stink’s latest adventure, there’s plenty of extra content in this book. Some of the things you’ll find include fun facts about spiders, learning how to make an origami jumping frog and seeing how to make a hand shadow spider. There are also some spider jokes, which are Dad joke quality. My favourite joke was:
As usual, Peter H. Reynolds’ illustrations add to the humour. My favourite picture features a rather unconventional arachnid rescue.
After having some problems with the content of the previous Stink book, this story was a welcome return to form. I’m looking forward to finding out what Stink gets up to next.
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“A ginormous, hairy, scary, radioactive mutant spider!”This is definitely not an ordinary spider. After all, it has pink toes!
Determined to get his frog back without having to encounter the arachnid again, Stink enlists the help of his sister, Judy Moody, and his friends, Sophie of the Elves and Webster. Webster, being the wonderful friend he is, decides he’s going to help Stink overcome his arachnophobia.
But spiders made him shiver. Spiders made his skin crawl. Spiders felt like a thousand tiny prickly feet marching up and down his arms and legs.But even with spiders on the brain and his fear threatening to overwhelm him, Stink works hard to face his phobia. He learns he’s not the only one who’s scared of spiders
and that there are steps he can take to conquer his fear.
Besides catching up on Stink’s latest adventure, there’s plenty of extra content in this book. Some of the things you’ll find include fun facts about spiders, learning how to make an origami jumping frog and seeing how to make a hand shadow spider. There are also some spider jokes, which are Dad joke quality. My favourite joke was:
Q. What do you get when you cross a spider with an ear of corn?See? Groan-worthy. Granted, the accompanying picture was what made me laugh.
A. Cobwebs.
As usual, Peter H. Reynolds’ illustrations add to the humour. My favourite picture features a rather unconventional arachnid rescue.
After having some problems with the content of the previous Stink book, this story was a welcome return to form. I’m looking forward to finding out what Stink gets up to next.
Freaky-deaky!Thank you so much to NetGalley and Candlewick Press for the opportunity to read this book.
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July 16, 2020
I received an advance reader copy of this book to read in exchange for an honest review via netgalley and the publishers.
Stink and the hairy scary spider is a funny book about Stink ( Judy Moodys younger brother) finding a pink toed terrantula in his garden when he was playing with an origami frog he had made out of a dollar bill.
Stink is terrified if spiders and his friends rally round to try to cure him of his arachnophobia.
This book gave me a few giggles as I read it and the additional pages added through the book such as spider jokes, facts, comic strips etc were great little additions.
A quick, easy, fun and enjoyable read!
Stink and the hairy scary spider is a funny book about Stink ( Judy Moodys younger brother) finding a pink toed terrantula in his garden when he was playing with an origami frog he had made out of a dollar bill.
Stink is terrified if spiders and his friends rally round to try to cure him of his arachnophobia.
This book gave me a few giggles as I read it and the additional pages added through the book such as spider jokes, facts, comic strips etc were great little additions.
A quick, easy, fun and enjoyable read!
July 1, 2020
I received an electronic ARC from Candlewick Press through NetGalley.
The latest in this series by McDonald. Stink conquers his fear of spiders with help from his friends. They manage to find and care for a tarantula who is obviously someone's pet. After his family makes him take the spider to the pet shop, he gains a new friend when he meets the pet's owner.
McDonald captures the humor and joy of this age. Readers will find adventure - spider on the loose! - and so much to like about Stink and his friends and family. Mid-elementary readers will relate to these characters. The comics interspersed with text add to the story's fun. McDonald also weaves in fun facts about spiders in almost every chapter.
The latest in this series by McDonald. Stink conquers his fear of spiders with help from his friends. They manage to find and care for a tarantula who is obviously someone's pet. After his family makes him take the spider to the pet shop, he gains a new friend when he meets the pet's owner.
McDonald captures the humor and joy of this age. Readers will find adventure - spider on the loose! - and so much to like about Stink and his friends and family. Mid-elementary readers will relate to these characters. The comics interspersed with text add to the story's fun. McDonald also weaves in fun facts about spiders in almost every chapter.
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February 22, 2021“But spiders made him shiver. Spiders made his skin crawl. Spiders felt like a thousand tiny prickly feet marching up and down his arms and legs.”
One day, while playing with his origami frog, Stink comes across something that makes him run back to his house: a giant, hairy spider. Stink is terrified of spiders and refuses to think about them or look at them. He goes to his sister, Judy Moody, to help him get over his fear and find the spider. When she is unable to help, he turns to his friend, Webster, who is determined to teach Stink about tarantulas to help him confront his phobia. Together, they work to help Stink realize that spiders are not as scary as they seem.
Stink and the Hairy, Scary Spider is a hilarious, illustrated chapter book that incorporates problem-solving, scientific discoveries, and desensitization techniques. Stink and his friends try to help him work through his arachnophobia with creative methods, such as using Stink’s passion for origami to help him come to terms with spiders and their features. To accompany the discussion of spiders, this book also features fun illustrations that bring every character to life, especially the eight-legged ones! Additionally, readers can enjoy a bonus origami activity, just like Stink creates in the story. Overall, Stink and the Hairy, Scary Spider is perfect for kids who want to learn about facing their fears in an engaging, easy way.
Content Warning: discussion of phobias (arachnophobia)
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One day, while playing with his origami frog, Stink comes across something that makes him run back to his house: a giant, hairy spider. Stink is terrified of spiders and refuses to think about them or look at them. He goes to his sister, Judy Moody, to help him get over his fear and find the spider. When she is unable to help, he turns to his friend, Webster, who is determined to teach Stink about tarantulas to help him confront his phobia. Together, they work to help Stink realize that spiders are not as scary as they seem.
Stink and the Hairy, Scary Spider is a hilarious, illustrated chapter book that incorporates problem-solving, scientific discoveries, and desensitization techniques. Stink and his friends try to help him work through his arachnophobia with creative methods, such as using Stink’s passion for origami to help him come to terms with spiders and their features. To accompany the discussion of spiders, this book also features fun illustrations that bring every character to life, especially the eight-legged ones! Additionally, readers can enjoy a bonus origami activity, just like Stink creates in the story. Overall, Stink and the Hairy, Scary Spider is perfect for kids who want to learn about facing their fears in an engaging, easy way.
Content Warning: discussion of phobias (arachnophobia)
(Pine Reads Review would like to thank NetGalley and the publisher for sending us an ARC in exchange for an honest review. Any quotes are taken from an advanced copy and may be subject to change.)
Follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook @pinereadsreview and check out our website at www.pinereadsreview.com for reviews, author interviews, blogs, podcast episodes, and more!
July 7, 2023
What a fun and educational Children's Series. It's super-inspiring to read how Children learn to overcome their crippling phobias. I certainly learned more about Spiders than I ever knew, and it didn't pain me a bit. I was super-empathetic to Stink, who starts out severely arachnophobic, then gently crosses the continuum to become not just tolerant, but amazed.
I listened on audio and applaud the Narrator!
This is #Summerween Book One!!
I listened on audio and applaud the Narrator!
This is #Summerween Book One!!
June 5, 2020
I have always been a fan of the Stink book series--I actually prefer Judy Moody’s little brother over her! Although the Stink books are below most of my student’s reading levels, I always make sure to have some on my shelf because they are quick reads and can build some reading confidence for my reluctant readers.
Stink suffers from arachnophobia, the fear of spiders. However, when he discovers a wayward tarantula in his backyard, he gets help from Webster to overcome his fear and rescue the tarantula. I think my students will appreciate the spider facts that are included and the origami especially the included instructions on how to make a creature or two.
Stink suffers from arachnophobia, the fear of spiders. However, when he discovers a wayward tarantula in his backyard, he gets help from Webster to overcome his fear and rescue the tarantula. I think my students will appreciate the spider facts that are included and the origami especially the included instructions on how to make a creature or two.
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May 1, 2020Stink if terrified of spiders, so when he finds a really hairy, really scary looking spider in the bushes he freaks out. But, his friend, Web, is fascinated and not only wants to find the spider but wants to find its owner. The two work together to find the spider. In the process, Stink finds ways to overcome his fears.
The author has included lots of fun facts about spiders that are sprinkled throughout the text. In addition, the author has included extra spider-related info at the end of each chapter - puzzles, cartoons, activities, etc.
Enjoy!
The author has included lots of fun facts about spiders that are sprinkled throughout the text. In addition, the author has included extra spider-related info at the end of each chapter - puzzles, cartoons, activities, etc.
Enjoy!
July 9, 2020
What a sweet, fun book. Stink is terrified of spiders. One day while exploring outside with his origami frog he stumbles on a pink-toed tarantula. Judy, unafraid of spiders, looks for it for Stink but cannot find it. Stink's friend Webster helps Stink in his quest to conquer his fears
I love the ease of the level of reading for this book. The chapters are short, the illustrations help the text. The story is filled with fun facts about spiders, and the vocabulary is adventurous but not intimidating. This will be a welcome addition to any elementary school library.
I love the ease of the level of reading for this book. The chapters are short, the illustrations help the text. The story is filled with fun facts about spiders, and the vocabulary is adventurous but not intimidating. This will be a welcome addition to any elementary school library.
June 30, 2020
Thank you Edelweiss and the publisher for the e-ARC of this book which was sent to me in exchange for an honest review.
I really enjoyed reading it. I love how Stinky got over his fear of spiders. It is a really good story for children because it does not only encourage them to face their fears but also, this book provides information or fun facts about spiders. It is an easy read that I think, kids will really enjoy.
I really enjoyed reading it. I love how Stinky got over his fear of spiders. It is a really good story for children because it does not only encourage them to face their fears but also, this book provides information or fun facts about spiders. It is an easy read that I think, kids will really enjoy.
April 14, 2022
Yet another fantastic book by. Megan NcDonald.
If you have a child who is afraid of spiders, this book might help. Then it again, it might make them more afraid.
Funny and interesting book. If you go looking up the mentioned spiders in the book (Like the ogre-faced spider), be ready to be scared if you aren’t a spider fan.
I am not a spider fan (Except for a few select spiders).
Most kids would absolutely love this book.
If you have a child who is afraid of spiders, this book might help. Then it again, it might make them more afraid.
Funny and interesting book. If you go looking up the mentioned spiders in the book (Like the ogre-faced spider), be ready to be scared if you aren’t a spider fan.
I am not a spider fan (Except for a few select spiders).
Most kids would absolutely love this book.
December 22, 2020
Stink Moody has to find a way to overcome his arachnophobia (fear of spiders), and with a little help from his friends Sophie of the Elves, and Webster, Stink slowly faces his fears, and learns all about the world of spiders along the way. Origami is also featured in the story along with a few jokes about spiders.
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June 22, 2020Note: I accessed a digital review copy of this book through Edelweiss.
February 2, 2021
There's a big pink toed tarantula in it.
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June 5, 2022Stink is always silly.
October 27, 2022
This was a pretty fun read about overcoming fears. My 6.5yo and I took turns reading aloud to each other and we're looking forward to reading more Stink books!
January 15, 2024
I read this to my kids every night the illustrations are really well done
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