Creepy Carrots!
By Aaron Reynolds
The Story
A rabbit who can't resist Crackenhopper Field's fattest carrots starts seeing and hearing them everywhere he goes — and has to figure out if they're really following him.
Why It's Special
For the kid who's sure something's lurking under the bed, this turns a snack into the stuff of nightmares — in the funniest way possible.
- Big idea: Guilt has a way of following you around, especially when you've taken more than your share.
- Vibes: Spooky-funny, deadpan, black-and-white-and-orange moody.
Perfect For Kids Who
- enjoy spooky stories with a funny twist
- like to spot hidden details in the illustrations
- are working on not taking more than their share
- respond well to a build-up of suspense with a punchline payoff
Ask Your Little Reader
- Story & problem-solving: Why do you think Jasper Rabbit starts seeing carrots everywhere he goes?
- Feelings & empathy: How do you think Jasper felt when he heard that creepy carroty sound?
- Real-life connection: Have you ever taken more of something than you really needed?
- Imagination: What would you do if you thought your favorite snack was following you?
- Look closer: What do you notice about the colors Peter Brown uses in the pictures — what do they make you feel?
