Attack of the Hangries - by Katherine Pryor (Hardcover)

About the Book

"A humorous and kid-friendly look at the science behind our bodies' need for food and the relationship between food and mood"-- Provided by publisher.

Book Synopsis

Learn how to spot the Hangries and how to keep them at bay with this engaging and kid-friendly look at the science behind our bodies' need for food and the relationship between hunger and mood.

We've all been there--when our hunger slides into anger and suddenly, we feel . . . hangry. And kids certainly aren't exempt from this feeling. Attack of the Hangries explores the scientific reason behind this phenomenon as the author takes the reader through the experience of being hangry in a fun and informative way. What happened? Where did those feelings come from? And why? Kids will delight in the humor and over-the-top characters, while parents will appreciate the subtle message being imparted. Helpful sidebars and accessible back matter explain the science behind hunger and how to properly feed and care for our bodies. For caregivers with hangry little ones, this book will be a welcome tool to encourage regular, healthy eating.

Review Quotes

This information-packed picture book helps children recognize and manage the overwhelming feelings that come with being hungry. "Attack! The hangries take over! Your brain scrambles. Your limbs flail. All you want to do is scream! At everyone! For anything!" The text goes on to explain ­hormones like adrenaline and cortisol in an age-appropriate way. --School Library Journal

This is an approachable story that helps to explain hunger in the body and why we need food. Food is fuel for our brains and body, and when we don't have it, our hormones start to change and can impact mood. The illustrations are cartoonish but fantastic for the intended audience, with hormones in cars in the bloodstream and so on. This makes it fun and a little silly as the key messages are conveyed to young readers. The book does a good job of nonjudgmentally explaining what happens when we get hungry/angry and why we need to keep ourselves fed.

ATTACK OF THE HANGRIES is a great nonfiction read that helps to teach young readers about their bodies in an approachable and informative way.--YA and Kids Books Central

Entertaining, informative, and all too relatable, this belly-rumbling tome is powered by Pryor's lively, engaging prose and Buzzy's hilarious, high-octane cartoons, providing readers with lots to chew on as they consider the science behind hunger and mood.--Jama's Alphabet Soup

About the Author

Katherine Pryor is an award-winning children's book author and good food advocate. She grew up in California and Arizona before moving to Seattle to study food and farming. Her books are widely used in school garden curriculum, nutrition education, and anti-hunger initiatives and have been recognized by the Whole Kids Foundation Book Club, Ag in the Classroom, and the American Horticultural Society. Katherine's previous titles include Home Is Calling--winner of the SCBWI Charlotte and Wilbur Award, Growing Good Kids Book Award, and NCTE Notable Children's Book in the Language Arts Award--as well as Zora's Zucchini, Bea's Bees, and Sylvia's Spinach. In addition to writing, Katherine has worked to create better food choices at institutions, large corporations, and food banks. She lives in Northern California with her husband and two voracious kids.

Thiago Buzzy was born and raised in the countryside of Santa Catarina, Brazil, in a little town called Lontras. As a child, he discovered a passion for drawing and found inspiration in the natural beauty that surrounded him. Thiago works in both digital and traditional mediums, such as ink and watercolors. His playful artwork can evoke a wide range of emotions in his readers, from joy and delight to a touch of melancholy. Thiago now lives in São Joaquim with his wife and dog. He continues to channel his talent into creating charismatic illustrations, exploring new art styles, and seeking to captivate audiences of all ages.