Are You a Cheeseburger

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A Kids' Indie Next List pick! Laugh-out-loud humor and a tender friendship blossom in author-illustrator Monica Arnaldos charming picture book about a lonely raccoon and a glowing seed, and the worlds most important question: Can this seed grow cheeseburgers

Grubis a lonely racoon. Rumbling in the trash. Looking for food.

Seedis, well, a seed! Patiently waiting in the trash. Hoping someone will plant it.

When the two finally meet, they realize they might be able to help each other! Grub has just one big question first: What will Seed grow Could Seed grow Grubs favorite food, mouthwatering cheeseburgers Seed isnt surewhata cheeseburger is exactly, but . . . maybe!

And so begins a hilarious friendship following two unlikely strangers learning more about the other and discovering the pressure that comes with fulfilling expectations. Author-illustrator Monica Arnaldo will leave readers giggling and clamoring for more in this charming story that celebrates the unexpectedand how the most special friendships bloom only when we are unapologetically ourselves.

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Theres a lot of profundity within these whimsical pagesabout growing up, overcoming disappointment through acceptance, and valuing relationships over personal needswhich should plant some hearty seeds of conversation for readers of all ages. Publishers Weekly Emotionally authentic and sweet without being saccharine. Silly and heartwarming in equal measure. Kirkus Reviews Audiences will enjoy the clever banter between the new friends and the literal visual feast the illustrations offer up. Aspiring botanists and young foodies will appreciate this quirky little tale. Bulletin of the Center for Childrens Books "Refreshingly novel for its unexpected duo of characters. Will amuse young listeners. A delightfully quirky tale about an uncommon pairing of characters that offers light humor and guileless dialogue as they learn to treasure their blossoming friendship." School Library Journal This is a sweet tale of slow-blossoming friendship and unconditional acceptance, of celebrating differences and being gentle with others. Highly original and excellent the illustrations present delightful layers of imaginative, whimsical joy. Booklist

Author Bio

Monica Arnaldo was born in Ontario, Canada. She has written and illustrated several Canadian picture books, including Little Brothers & Little Sisters, Margo Thinks Twice, and Time for Bed's Story, and now lives in Quebec.