This is a Terrible Book - Will You Help Me Fix It?

Terribly Great #1

by Megan West

TAP! SWIPE! SHAKE! This interactive book will keep kids engaged as they help the main character "fix" his terrible book.In this sweet but laughable book, children will learn the elements of a story - setting, plot, conflict, characters, story resolution - through interactive, playful reading. The relatable, humorous character may be a stick figure but he is full of expression… and a little anxiety. Children of all ages will laugh at his surprising adventure and learn a valuable lesson in contentment.That is… unless you listen to him… and put the book down immediately. He DOES warn you... it's a terrible book.

Genres: Picture Books

Kindle Edition

Published July 1, 2021

About the author

My books are always created with my children in my mind and heart. When I’m not homeschooling, tidying, and toddler-taming, I’m dreaming up new books and probably indulging my weird obsession with fine-tipped Stabilo pens.

Reviews

[Dedra · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a fun and interactive read! It would be perfect to review elements of story and then perhaps have students try writing their own stories. The only part I didn't love is when the reader is told to slap the page. I wouldn't encourage kids to do this as the page might tear... not the kind of behavior we want to reinforce with library books. If using this for a read aloud, I would be sure to mention to students to do it gently and remind them that this is not how we should treat books.

[Michelle Tetreault · Rating 3 out of 5]

cute

Original, simple yet pretty cute with a decent message left for the reader to ponder at the end.

Nothing too special about it. Could take it or leave it so it got an average rating.

[Alvaro · Rating 4 out of 5]

good entertainment for kids

This book will help children to understand the basics of a story. It has a lot of activities to follow the development of the book. It is not a so terrible book.

[Eric · Rating 5 out of 5]

My seven year old read this and LOVED IT

My seven year old needed to read something tonight as homework and decided to find a book on my kindle to read to his brother .. We stumbled upon this series and he is LOVING IT!

[Julia Tyser · Rating 5 out of 5]

Kids love it! So much fun to read aloud

[Rajesh Nandan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Nice one to read

This was a good interactive book and the character is so silly. Oogla Boogaloo boo poo oogla boogla boo poo.

[Natanimon · Rating 4 out of 5]

A good and funny way to introduce children into creating stories. Looking forward to read more of the Terribly Great Series.

[Shawna Mathieu · Rating 5 out of 5]

Hilarious

My daughter absolutely loved this book and had a lot of fun doing all the things the character asked her to do. I've already downloaded the next book for tomorrow!

[Reginald B Blackman · Rating 5 out of 5]

great book and great way of making the stick figure

Loved it can’t wait number two a
And number 3 and 4
and five and six and maybe seven
And everyone have a good night

[Becca · Rating 5 out of 5]

A funny, visual way to show kids why details are important to a story. Even though I bought it for my second grader, I would happily read it to my upper elementary students.

[Jana · Rating 5 out of 5]

great for a teacher

This would be a delightful read for teaching students the elements of a story. It is interactive and the main character is fun.

[Cary · Rating 3 out of 5]

Clever book for children!

[marie chuong · Rating 5 out of 5]

nightly read for my son

This book is interactive and fun for my preschooler. It has lots of fun activities and is a good way to get started for winding down for the night even the main character ends the story on a nap!!

[Carole · Rating 5 out of 5]

A stick figure from the book asks the reader to help fix or change the book employing various physical actions by the reader.

[Chelsea Dalton · Rating 5 out of 5]

The BEST

We LOVE THIS ONE! We were all giggling and learning about what's needed for a good story to become a great one!

[Ms Nadia · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book doesn't need fixing!

I read this to my 5 year old and he loves the interactive side of this book. He understands settings and conflicts and is learning without realising.
A fun book for kids that introduces story writing. Highly recommend

[Natasha · Rating 5 out of 5]

A brilliant way to learn about the elements that make up a story - setting, conflict, resolution etc.