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Ginny Goblin Is Not Allowed to Open This Box Hardcover – Picture Book, July 17, 2018

by David Goodner (Author), Louis Thomas (Illustrator)
4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 67 ratings
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Ginny Goblin is not allowed to open this box, but still she persists in this action-packed, laugh-out-loud debut for fans of Jon Klassen and Mo Willems.

Ginny Goblin Is Not Allowed to Open This Box is the story of . . . well, there’s a box, and Ginny Goblin is not allowed to open it. But oh, how she will try! Ninja suits, catapults, scaly serpents, motorcycles—Ginny will stop at nothing and she’ll make readers giggle and cheer from beginning to end. 

Ginny Goblin has one simple rule to follow: She is not allowed to open this box. Not until dinnertime.  

But Ginny Goblin doesn't like to follow the rules, so nothing will stop her from trying to open this box. Not a tall tower, not a misty mountain, not a frightful forest, and certainly not a murky moat filled with scaly, scary serpents . . .  

But wait! What is in the box? You'll have to open this book to find out! (Don't worry, you're allowed.)

  • Perfect for Halloween.
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  1. Reading age
    4 - 7 years
  2. Part of series
    Ginny Goblin
  3. Print length
    40 pages
  4. Language
    English
  5. Grade level
    Preschool - 3
  6. Lexile measure
    AD580L
  7. Dimensions
    8 x 0.35 x 11 inches
  8. Publisher
    Clarion Books
  9. Publication date
    July 17, 2018
  10. ISBN-10
    0544764153
  11. ISBN-13
    978-0544764156
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"A funny read-aloud with (mostly) chuckle-inducing illustrations."--Kirkus "Never fear—readers do get to find out what’s in the box (“Now I’m really curious about what’s inside!” the narrator confesses), but the joy is all in the getting there."--Publishers Weekly "Readers will completely identify with the overly invested narrator.... Hilarious text matches perfectly with the spare yet spot-on illustrations as an adorable and persistent goblin works hard to satisfy her curiosity."--School Library Journal "Curiosity breeds ingenuity in this humorous story about a goblin determined to find out what’s inside a deep, round spangly box. "--Booklist —

About the Author

David Goodner lives in North Texas. He has an adoring wife and two tolerating cats. He works in a library where he gets to see all the new books before anybody else. When he’s not working or writing stories he likes to play role-playing games, make stuff, and read other people’s books (mostly science fiction and fantasy, but really if you leave a book out where David can find it, he’ll read it).  

Louis Thomas graduated from Gobelins/Paris and Calarts/Los Angeles in 2012. After working in animation studios in California, he moved to France where he lives with his cat Pipo in his art studio between the Pantheon and the Luxembourg Garden. He is the author/illustrator of the book HUG IT OUT. Visit him at louist.blogspot.com and on Instagram @Louis_Thomas_Draw.

Product details

  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Clarion Books; Illustrated edition (July 17, 2018)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 40 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0544764153
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0544764156
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 4 - 7 years
  • Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ AD580L
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ Preschool - 3
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 12.8 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8 x 0.35 x 11 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 67 ratings

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4.7 out of 5 stars
67 global ratings

Customers say

Customers find the humor whimsical, funny, and charming. They describe the book as smart and great for a lesson about making predictions. Readers appreciate the adorable illustrations and story quality. They say the story will never get old and they love the twist at the end.

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Customers find the humor in the book whimsical, funny, and delightful. They say the illustrations are hilarious and spark lots of joyful conversation.

"...I love the subtle references to classic fantasy (misty mountains, towers, forbidden forests, etc...), along with the humor that comes with trying to..." Read more

"...This story will never get old and the illustrations will spark lots of joyful conversation. It has all the hallmarks of a classic." Read more

"...Imaginative, mischievous, and--like most children--completely impatient, it teaches kids the value in waiting for a fun surprise, even if it seems..." Read more

"...This book is entertaining for children as well as adults with adorable illustrations." Read more

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Customers find the book smart, wise, and great for a lesson about making predictions. They say it delights with the unexpected and is awesome.

"This book is awesome! The illustrations are hilarious and the story is humorous, but also sweet and charming...." Read more

"...Not Allowed to Open This Box by David Goodner is delightful, silly and wise...." Read more

"...of what could possibly be in the box and was great for a lesson about making predictions...." Read more

"...The Ginny Goblin series is great for curious minds" Read more

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Customers find the illustrations in the book adorable, charming, and smart. They say the book is vividly narrated and well-drawn.

"...This book is entertaining for children as well as adults with adorable illustrations." Read more

"We love Ginny Goblin. Book was in excellent shape" Read more

"A delightful tale for young children, vividly narrated and well drawn, A great addition to any young child's library." Read more

"Best book in the history of books! Adorable, charming and smart, it will be a new classic." Read more

4 customers mention "Story quality"4 positive0 negative

Customers find the story clever and joyful. They say the illustrations spark joy.

"...This story will never get old and the illustrations will spark lots of joyful conversation. It has all the hallmarks of a classic." Read more

"...This book is full of super creative story elements and I love it just as much as my young students." Read more

"I read it to 1st and 2nd graders. They loved it, and got the twist at the end." Read more

"Such a cute and clever story. I can't wait to give it to my niece!" Read more

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Lauren Danhof
5.0 out of 5 stars This book is awesome! The illustrations are hilarious and the story is ...
Reviewed in the United States on July 19, 2018
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This book is awesome! The illustrations are hilarious and the story is humorous, but also sweet and charming. My 5 year old loves it and (in my opinion) acts a lot like Ginny Goblin sometimes. I love the subtle references to classic fantasy (misty mountains, towers, forbidden forests, etc...), along with the humor that comes with trying to keep a young child from getting into things. It's good for reading aloud or letting my young reader experience it by herself. I'm looking forward to more adventures of Ginny Goblin soon!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Ginny Goblin Is Destined to be a Classic
Reviewed in the United States on July 10, 2019
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Ginny Goblin Is Not Allowed to Open This Box by David Goodner is delightful, silly and wise. Both children and adults will laugh at Ginny Goblin and her dilemna and, (surprise!) recognize themselves. What fun to know that goblins and people are not so different after all. This story will never get old and the illustrations will spark lots of joyful conversation. It has all the hallmarks of a classic.
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cora
5.0 out of 5 stars Whimsical and fun
Reviewed in the United States on September 11, 2018
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I bought this to read aloud to my students and they love it. All of my students were in suspense of what could possibly be in the box and was great for a lesson about making predictions. This book is full of super creative story elements and I love it just as much as my young students.
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My students loved this book. We used it for elements of fiction!
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Ben Plopper
5.0 out of 5 stars Mischievously adorable
Reviewed in the United States on December 24, 2019
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Ginny Goblin is, perhaps, one of the most adorable characters to grace the pages of a children's book. Imaginative, mischievous, and--like most children--completely impatient, it teaches kids the value in waiting for a fun surprise, even if it seems too difficult to do so.
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5.0 out of 5 stars We love Ginny Goblin
Reviewed in the United States on August 17, 2020
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Our daughter loves this book we have read it so much that we can almost recite by heart. The Ginny Goblin series is great for curious minds
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D. M. O'Neal
5.0 out of 5 stars Every kid needs this book.
Reviewed in the United States on August 18, 2019
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Goodner's Ginny is such a lovable character. Through her story we can teach our little ones the art of patience. This book is entertaining for children as well as adults with adorable illustrations.
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Gramma in Phoenix
5.0 out of 5 stars Fun book with a twist?
Reviewed in the United States on November 16, 2019
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I read it to 1st and 2nd graders. They loved it, and got the twist at the end.
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