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Jon Scieszka
The Stinky Cheese Man and Other Fairly Stupid Tales
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"The Stinky Cheese Man and Other Fairly Stupid Tales" by Jon Scieszka is a hilarious and irreverent collection of fairy tale parodies that will have readers of all ages laughing out loud. The book features familiar characters and stories from classic fairy tales, but with a twist that is both witty and absurd. Scieszka takes liberties with the original tales, changing plotlines, characters, and settings to create his own brand of humor. The title story, "The Stinky Cheese Man," is a spoof on "The Gingerbread Man," with a smelly cheese man escaping from a hungry wolf and encountering various animals and people along the way. Other stories include "Little Red Running Shorts," a take on "Little Red Riding Hood" with a track star grandmother, and "The Princess and the Bowling Ball," a retelling of "The Princess and the Pea" with a bowling ball instead of a pea. The illustrations by Lane Smith are a perfect complement to the text, with their bold, colorful, and quirky style. The illustrations add to the humor and help to bring the stories to life. This book is a great choice for anyone who enjoys humor, satire, and a good laugh. It is also a great way to introduce children to classic fairy tales while also teaching them to think critically about the stories they hear and read. Overall, "The Stinky Cheese Man and Other Fairly Stupid Tales" is a delightful and entertaining read that will appeal to both children and adults. It is a must-read for anyone who enjoys a good laugh and a fresh take on classic tales...
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