School of Monsters

Start by reading only the last word on every line and work your way up to reading the whole story. With tumbling rhymes and an infectious sense of humour, the weird and wonderful students at the School of Monsters are guaranteed to spark a love of reading!

Step into the whimsical world of the “School of Monsters,” a delightful series created by acclaimed Australian Children’s Laureate Sally Rippin and brilliantly illustrated by Chris Kennett. This collection of 20 books (and counting!) offers young readers a unique and engaging approach to learning how to read. With over 1 million copies in print, the series follows a diverse cast of lovable monster students as they navigate the challenges of school life, friendship, and personal growth.

Each book features tumbling rhymes, infectious humor, and a clever reading method that encourages children to start with the last word of each line and gradually work their way up to reading the whole story. From “Hairy Sam Loves Bread and Jam” to “Bug’s First Day,” these charming tales are designed to spark a love for reading while providing a fun, accessible entry point for early readers.

Join the weird and wonderful students at the School of Monsters and embark on a reading adventure that’s guaranteed to captivate young minds and ignite imaginations!

Welcome to the School of Monsters : the funniest, silliest and most accessible series for first readers, by Australian Children’s Laureate Sally Rippin!

Explore the School of Monsters series

This delightful series offers a fun and engaging way for young readers to build their reading skills while enjoying the humorous adventures of the monster students.

• Inglés: Hairy Sam Loves Bread and Jam
  Español: Una liada de mermelada
  
• Inglés: Mary Has the Best Pet
  Español: La mascota más grandota
  
• Inglés: Deb and Dot and the Mix-Up Plot
  Español: Las iguales son especiales
  
• Inglés: Pete’s Big Feet
  Español: Grandes Pinreles
  
• Inglés: Jamie Lee’s Birthday Treat
  Español: Pasteles voladores de colores
  
• Inglés: Bat-Boy Tim Says Boo!
  Español: Trastadas aladas
  
• Inglés: Luna Boo Has Feelings Too
  Español: Emociones de colores
  
• Inglés: Frank is a Big Help
  Español: Torpón y bonachón
  
• Inglés: Bug’s First Day
  Español: Primer día, ¡qué alegría!
  
• Inglés: William is a Star
  Español: Pedos como truenos
  
• Inglés: Jake make a mess
  Español: Dame helado o me deshago
  
• Inglés: Jem’s Big Idea
  Español: Una idea sobre ruedas
  
• Inglés: Bruno won’t dance
  Español: El artista de la pista
  
• Inglés: Pip Loves to Cook
  Español: Apestoso pero delicioso
  
• Inglés: Jack’s Many Moods
  Español: Cuidado cuando me enfado
  
• Inglés: Dom’s special things
  Español: Unas rocas muy graciosas

About Sally Rippin

Sally Rippin is Australia’s highest-selling female author and has written more than 50 books for children and young adults. Her widely popular Billie B Brown books are beloved across the globe and have sold more than five million copies in eighteen countries.

She loves to write stories with heart and characters that resonate with children, parents, and teachers alike.

Some useful links:

• https://www.sallyrippin.com/school-of-monsters
• https://chriskennett.com/school-of-monsters
• https://www.booktopia.com.au/blog/2022/07/12/learning-to-read-with-the-school-of-monsters-by-sally-rippin/