Book description
Narwhal and Jelly meet The Bad Guys in this brightly illustrated, downright hilarious chapter book graphic novel full of “sweet, wholesome fun” (BCCB) about what happens when a very cranky chicken is befriended by a very cheerful worm.
Cranky Chicken is, well, cranky. With one cranky eyebrow, cranky eyes, and…
Why read it?
2 authors picked Cranky Chicken as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?
I love birds with attitude, and Cranky Chicken will definitely turn your frown upside down! This book stands out with its simple artwork, sunset color palette, and the sweet and silly relationship between Cranky and her new friend, Worm. It’s a fun friendship story that young readers will definitely enjoy.
From Jen's list on comics starring cute and funny animals.
How can such a simple story bring such joy?
I adore Cranky Chicken even though (because?) she’s grumpy, rude, and anti-social…and she’s hilarious. Featuring only a few panels per page and just two characters–Cranky Chicken and Speedy the super-cheery worm–this is a masterpiece of snappy dialogue and visual storytelling.
I’ve seen everyone, from adults to small children, race through this story because it’s so adorably funny.
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