Description
A Very Hungry Mummy
Book Summary
A fun picture book that blends humor, friendship, and adventure. Endas, a little mummy, wakes up inside her pyramid with a ravenous hunger and goes out looking for food, but all the tourists flee in fright upon seeing her. Only a girl named Nessa stays behind, sparking an unexpected friendship. Together, they set off on a quest to find Nessa’s family and, while they’re at it, something to satisfy Endas’s appetite. A charming story that shows that appearances can be deceiving and that the best solution to problems lies in cooperation.
What is it about?
Endas, a little mummy, wakes up in the darkness of her pyramid feeling an insatiable hunger. She decides to go out to see if it’s time to eat, but her appearance causes the tourists to flee in terror. However, Nessa, a little girl, is not afraid and stays. Both quickly become friends and decide to help each other: Nessa needs to find her family, and Endas needs food. The story follows their adventures as they travel through the area, proving that friendship can blossom in the most unexpected places and that collaboration is key to overcoming any obstacle.
Main Themes
- Unexpected friendship and overcoming prejudices.
- Acceptance of differences and empathy for others.
- Teamwork and mutual aid in solving problems.
- Humor and adventure with endearing monster characters.
Who is it recommended for?
This book is recommended for children ages 3 and up, especially those who enjoy fun stories with monstrous but adorable characters. It is also ideal for parents and educators looking for a tale that fosters values such as friendship, tolerance, and cooperation, all wrapped in a light tone and full of attractive illustrations.
What this book offers
- An entertaining story that teaches not to judge by appearances.
- Positive values such as friendship, solidarity, and conflict resolution.
- An agile and rhyming text that makes reading aloud easy.
- Colorful and expressive illustrations that capture the attention of little ones.
- A humorous approach that turns initial fear into fun.
Technical Specifications
- Author: Gómez; Andrés, José Carlos
- Publisher: NubeOcho
- Language: Spanish
- Topic: Picture books
- Collection: Spanish Monsters
- Binding: Hardcover
- Publication date: October 2023
- Number of pages: 44
- Weight: 193 g
Editorial Review
A Very Hungry Mummy is a picture book that successfully combines humor and tenderness, presenting a monstrous protagonist who is endearing from the very first moment. The story, simple but effective, conveys a clear message about the importance of friendship and acceptance without falling into forced morals. The illustrations, full of color and detail, perfectly complement the text, making the reading visually appealing for children. It is an ideal work to share as a family or in the classroom, inviting conversation about fears and prejudices in a fun and accessible way.