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Nom Nom Nom: A Yummy Book with Flaps
Perfect for chefs-in-training, picky-eaters, or anyone who loves food, this novelty board book features gatefold flaps on every spread so little ones can “feed” the characters!
With a menu on the left page and a hungry animal on the right, readers will delight in selecting different foods for the animal to try. Each animal has a gatefold flap for a mouth, allowing the animal characters to “eat” and say “NOM NOM NOM” as they chomp, chew, and crunch every dish served.
With a menu on the left page and a hungry animal on the right, readers will delight in selecting different foods for the animal to try. Each animal has a gatefold flap for a mouth, allowing the animal characters to “eat” and say “NOM NOM NOM” as they chomp, chew, and crunch every dish served.
18 pages, Board Book
Published October 26, 2021
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March 25, 2022
On each spread of this lift-the-flap board book, an animal is presented with three food options (including one that is notably gross by human standards) and the reader is invited to choose one before the flap reveals the inside of the animal's mouth displaying the words, "Nom nom nom."
The animals in this book are comprised of simple lines, shapes, and dots that suggest their features. Each one has a set of teeth appropriate to its species that appears beneath the flap. The food options are similarly simplified, but they have slightly more detail to differentiate one meal from the next.
Because the text addresses the reader with open-ended questions, this could work for a story time, but with preschoolers, not toddlers. The meals are drawn pretty small, so they would be difficult to see in a larger room, but because the text describes them, and because the animal and its mouth are larger and easier to see, it is still probably possible for a larger audience to enjoy the book. It's a little unclear whether the child reader is meant to choose a meal for the animal in question or for himself or herself - I would plan to decide that up front and let the listeners know how we are approaching the book.
This book plays on kids' fascination with gross humor, but only as it pertains to food. (There is no bathroom humor in this book, thankfully.) The format of the book makes it look like it's for babies or toddlers, but the spine is extremely weak, and my twins destroyed it in about 15 seconds flat. Gentler toddlers or those with heavy adult supervision might be okay with it, but personally I think the concept and the lack of durability make this a book that is best shared with preschoolers.
I received a finished review copy of Nom Nom Nom from Simon & Schuster in exchange for an honest review.
The animals in this book are comprised of simple lines, shapes, and dots that suggest their features. Each one has a set of teeth appropriate to its species that appears beneath the flap. The food options are similarly simplified, but they have slightly more detail to differentiate one meal from the next.
Because the text addresses the reader with open-ended questions, this could work for a story time, but with preschoolers, not toddlers. The meals are drawn pretty small, so they would be difficult to see in a larger room, but because the text describes them, and because the animal and its mouth are larger and easier to see, it is still probably possible for a larger audience to enjoy the book. It's a little unclear whether the child reader is meant to choose a meal for the animal in question or for himself or herself - I would plan to decide that up front and let the listeners know how we are approaching the book.
This book plays on kids' fascination with gross humor, but only as it pertains to food. (There is no bathroom humor in this book, thankfully.) The format of the book makes it look like it's for babies or toddlers, but the spine is extremely weak, and my twins destroyed it in about 15 seconds flat. Gentler toddlers or those with heavy adult supervision might be okay with it, but personally I think the concept and the lack of durability make this a book that is best shared with preschoolers.
I received a finished review copy of Nom Nom Nom from Simon & Schuster in exchange for an honest review.
October 27, 2021
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Hello, friends! Our book today is Nom Nom Nom: A Yummy Book with Flaps, written by Jeffrey Burton and illustrated by Sarah Hwang, a delightfully silly board book for young foodies.
Who’s hungry? Little bookworms are introduced to eight hungry creatures, each more exotic than the last, and given a few suggestions of what that critter might be craving. Two or three of the options are relatively normal, while one is a crazy concoction. As soon as kiddos choose what to feed their new famished friend, they can lift the flap and help the animal NOM NOM NOM its new treat!
Tons of fun. Excellent interactive elements pair perfectly with simple yet engaging text and adorable illustrations, making the entire reading experience a treat. JJ loved being able to pick out what to “feed” each animal (she always choose the outlandish or gross option, of course), and had a great giggle with each NOM NOM NOM flap. This is a simple concept executed very well, and is sure to be a crowd-pleaser for very young readers, especially when shared with a caregiver. Perfect for a quick storytime, and we adored it. Overall, Baby Bookworm approved!
(Note: A copy of this book was provided to The Baby Bookworm by the publisher in exchange for an honest review.)
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March 4, 2022
The child is presented with 7 different animals - and one alien. Each is hungry and the child has 3 or 4 choices to choose for them; one of the choices is silly, none of the choices are wrong. Lift the flap and read Nom Nom Nom - they like whatever gets picked!
So fun! AJ liked "making the animal talk" by moving the flap just a bit. The illustrations are helpful for an early reader, and AJ especially liked that Nom Nom Nom was there for every flap. The size of a board book, but without the heavy pages and cover it may need to be reinforced for library use.
Cross posted to http://kissthebookjr.blogspot.com
So fun! AJ liked "making the animal talk" by moving the flap just a bit. The illustrations are helpful for an early reader, and AJ especially liked that Nom Nom Nom was there for every flap. The size of a board book, but without the heavy pages and cover it may need to be reinforced for library use.
Cross posted to http://kissthebookjr.blogspot.com
December 27, 2021
Food choices, some silly, for an assortment of creatures.
August 24, 2022
HUGE hit at story time.
January 21, 2023
This one just doesn’t make it with me. Text is too long and I don’t like the premise of the entire book.
February 14, 2023
Both kids like it but the older one really likes it and laughs out loud.
March 14, 2023
I think this is much better done in a bedtime setting than a public storytime setting.
July 21, 2022
Fun flap book!
December 2, 2021
Find out what Puppy, Kitty, and Alien might eat.
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October 23, 2024
05/10/23 PediaTrust story time - JC
10/23/24: Play and Learn Storytime -PWP
10/23/24: PediaTrust Storytime -PWP
10/23/24: Play and Learn Storytime -PWP
10/23/24: PediaTrust Storytime -PWP
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