A 2006 ALA Notable Children's Book

Leonardo is truly a terrible monster -- terrible at being a monster, that is. Despite his best efforts, he can’t seem to frighten anyone. But when he discovers the perfect nervous little boy, will he finally scare the tuna salad out of him? Or will he think of something even better?

Mo Willems won six Emmy Awards for his writing on Sesame Street. A renowned animator, he is the creator of two Caldecott Honor winners: Knuffle Bunny: A Cautionary Tale and Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus!, as well as The Pigeon Finds a Hot Dog!; Time to Say “Please”!; and Time to Pee! Mo lives with his family in Brooklyn, New York.

For more fun with Mo Willems’ characters go to www.pigeonpresents.com.