Smelly Socks [Paperback]

Robert Munsch (Author), Robert N. Munsch (Author), Michael Martchenko (Illustrator)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 1, 2005 | Age Range: 4 - 8 years | Lexile Measure: 680L (What's this?)

Bestselling team Robert Munsch and Michael Martchenko create another funny adventure about a girl named Tina, who loves her brand-new socks so much that she's never ever going to take them off!

Tina loves her brand-new socks so much that she's never ever going to take them off! But when her wonderful socks start to get smelly, her friends have to take action!

Editorial Reviews

Review

Praise for Robert Munsch:

"Arguably the most successful kid-lit writer in North America." — The Toronto Star

"More witty, creative and entertaining than most of what passes for adult literature." — The Globe and Mail --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

About the Author

Born in Pittsburgh in 1945, Robert Munsch actually studied for the priesthood for seven years before attending Boston University and getting a degree in teaching. While training for the priesthood, Robert worked at an orphanage, where he realized that he loved working with kids, so he decided to work in daycare instead. That is where he realized his knack for storytelling—he would tell the kids stories before naptime. His boss convinced him to publish his stories, which allowed Robert to quit his job and become a full-time writer. Today, Robert and his family live in Canada.

Product Details

• Age Range: 4 - 8 years
  
• Paperback: 32 pages
• Publisher: Cartwheel (January 1, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 043964948X
• ISBN-13: 978-0439649483
• Product Dimensions: 7.3 x 7.7 x 0.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 0.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (31 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #6,636 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Robert Munsch is the author of more than 25 books for children including The Paper Bag Princes and Stephanie's Ponytail. He was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and studied to be a Jesuit priest before deciding to work with children instead. He taught in a variety of nursery schools and daycare centers while he earned an MA in Early Childhood Education. In 1975, Munsch and his wife, Ann, moved to Guelph, Ontario. The Munschs have three children: Julie, Andrew, and Tyya (see them all in Something Good!).

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

19 of 19 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars A refreshingly funny book January 30, 2006

By Rekha Achyutuni

Format:Paperback

Smelly Socks is the story of a young girl, Tina, who loves her colorful new socks so much that she refuses to take them off, leading to some hilarious consequences.

This is a tall tale that will appeal to young children who, like Tina, often have a favorite piece of clothing that they want to wear all the time. Some of the lines in the book repeat, and children can participate in the telling of the story.

The book is also a very realistic and refreshing look at little girls. Tina is a spunky child, a real girl whose socks smell when she doesn't take them off! It is something different from the ubiquitous dainty princess paraphernalia. This book is a must-have for every little girl's library. The watercolor illustrations are expressive and support the story very well.

7 of 8 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Loved Smelly Socks November 9, 2006

By M. Anderson

Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase

My family has always loved Robert Munsch's book " I Have to Go". My 4yr old liked to read it so much he brought it into the bath with him. Needless to say we had to replace it and that is when I saw all the other stories that Robert has. I bought several of his books and I have to say that "Smelly Socks" is one of our favorites. I think my son asked me to read it everynight for 1 week straight!!!!

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Always Pleasantly Surprised February 15, 2006

By Tred Jackson

Format:Paperback

Robert Munsch again creates a great story that children will enjoy. Smelly Socks creates a nice little world of a girl with a mission. But all the other characters have different ideas. In the end we realize that the little girl are is completely in control of her fate.