Name: Birthday Monsters!
Availability: InStock
Author: Sandra Boynton

About This Book

Featuring a beachful of bare-bellied hippos—including one tiny baby who can only say “Bee Bo”—the Belly Button Book is a quirky addition to the phenomenally successful Boynton on Board series. Every page captivates with Sandra Boynton’s inimitable illustrations and joyful rhyming text: Soon after dark, upon the beach, we sing a hippo song, and if you’re feeling in the mood, we hope you’ll sing along: “Belly Belly Button, you’re oh so fine. Ooo, Belly Button, I’m so happy you’re mine.” Shiny and

Our Review

This charming board book brings Sandra Boynton's signature whimsy to the classic birthday celebration, featuring her trademark animal characters in all their chaotic glory. The story follows a crew of enthusiastic monsters as they crash a birthday party with wild antics and festive surprises, told through Boynton's bouncy rhyming text that makes for perfect read-aloud sessions. Her bold, simple illustrations pop off the page with expressive characters and vibrant colors that capture the joyful chaos of a monster-filled celebration. Young readers will delight in the playful mayhem as these lovable creatures demonstrate their unique approach to birthday festivities.

What sets this birthday book apart is how it transforms typical party anxiety into pure delight, showing that unexpected guests can bring the most fun. The counting elements woven throughout the story provide subtle early math exposure without feeling educational, while the rhythmic text supports language development through repetition and rhyme. Parents seeking engaging board books that withstand repeated readings will find this birthday story delivers endless entertainment. Boynton's genius lies in creating stories that speak directly to toddlers' sense of humor while giving adults plenty to smile about too.