Maya Was Grumpy - by Courtney Pippin-Mathur (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

Maya was in a crispy, cranky, grumpy, grouchy mood. She didn't want to read or color or go outside and play. So she GRUMPED, GLUMPED, CLUMPED, and THUMPED around the house. Can Grandma's patience and humor coax Maya out of her bad mood?

Review Quotes

"This book is full of bold, colorful illustrations that suit the narrative perfectly.... it is nice to see that this dreadful feeling does not have to be long-lasting, that humour is a fun and powerful tool, and that grandmas are heroes..." --Christa McGrath, Edwards Book Club Reviews

"With bold illustrations and whimsical suggestions by grandma--like tickling tarantulas--the story reminds readers that a bad mood can't last forever. It's a fun, imaginative read with a touch of humour." --Aruna Shekar, award-winning author and educator

"What do you do when you wake up feeling very grumpy?... Grandma decided to turn the mood around by engaging Maya in a little bit of imagination. A bad day turns into a fun-filled adventure for Maya in this heartfelt story." --Children's Bookwatch, Midwest Book Review

About the Author

Courtney Pippin-Mathur is has written and illustrated 5 children's picture books. She lives in Alexandria, Virginia.