Cranky Pants [Hardcover]

Stephen Sanzo (Illustrator), Matt Whitlock (Author)

Book Description

Age Level: 3 and up

Everyone has those days. The alarm goes off but you can't get your head out from under the covers, to start the day. Kids aren't immune to this situation. The same child who on most days is jumping up on your bed to wake you up is in a foul mood. Food is yucky, the rain is soggy, and school is boring. The day may seem endless, but most gloomy days don't last past bedtime. First-time author, Stephen Sanzo and former Disney feature film artist, Matt Whitlock, team up to bring you Cranky Pants (ISBN: 0-9759627-0-1, $16.95). This lovable chronicle of a cranky boy's day is filled with vibrant illustrations and nostalgic imagery from the 70's. Remember the Inchworm riding toy... Weebles... Holly Hobby? Parents and grandparents will enjoy the homage to their own childhoods and enjoy finding the subtle references woven throughout the book.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"...a perfect read after a long day for parents or little ones, no matter who's had the cranky day." -- Detroit Free Press

About the Author

Growing up in the 1970's, Stephen had his fair share of cranky mornings. Currently, he spends his days as a Technology Specialist for Communities United-a private non-profit organization that runs pre-schools in the Boston Area. Previously, Stephen published a magazine, Visual Architecture, and worked in banking and high tech fields. He lives with his wife Skye, in Arlington, Massachusetts. 

Matt Whitlock is a children's book author/ illustrator. His books have won The Florida Writer's Association Royal Palm Award for two consecutive years. Previously, he worked as an artist for Walt Disney Animation and currently lives in Orlando, Florida.

 

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 3 and up
  
• Hardcover: 32 pages
• Publisher: Cranky Pants Publishing (April 15, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0975962701
• ISBN-13: 978-0975962701
• Product Dimensions: 8.6 x 9 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (11 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,655,991 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Bravo!, April 1, 2005

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Mark J. Bucceri (Boston, MA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Cranky Pants (Hardcover)

My daughter loves Cranky Pants! I'll just finish reading it, and she'll say, "Read it again, daddy!"

When she is having a bad day, I now just say, "are you having a 'Cranky Pants' kind of day?" and that instantly puts a smile on her face. All the references to my childhood make it fun and nostalgic for me to read it. My daughter loves the bright, bold illustrations as much as the story. I definitely recommend adding Cranky Pants to your child's book collection!

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Cute, cute, cute, March 30, 2005

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E Schwalm "E.M. Schwalm" (Watertown, MA USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Cranky Pants (Hardcover)

I thought the book was adorable and something that I could relate to. Having had my share of "cranky" days, it is fun to watch how his day unfolds and how he moves from "cranky" to happy by days end. A great book to share with your children, from 2-18 years old. As a parent of children aged 4-20 years of age, I have dealt with my share of cranky days and I know they will get a kick out of this. I highly recommend it!!!

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Love it... and so do my kids!, April 1, 2005

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Sandra Rega (Chelmsford, MA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Cranky Pants (Hardcover)

This is such a fantastic book to enjoy with your children.
The story is just adorable and something every parent and child can relate to... we all have cranky days, don't we? Being a child of the 70's myself, I have so much fun reminiscing with each turn of the page. These "flashes from the past" also spur on great conversations with my children about what it was like back when Mommy and Daddy were their age.

You and your children will LOVE this book!