On Account of the Gum

On Account of the Gum is a book about how the best intentions lead to some of the worst (and funniest) ideas! Serious humor abounds in this story about one kid´s hilarious misadventures with gum, and the cumulative buildup of stuff stuck in hair. From the madcap mind of Adam Rex comes a book about the improbable, downright bizarre remedies for a problem kids have faced since the creation of gum. * Features hilarious text with unexpected turns and fun rhymes * Wacky suggestions make this prime for constant giggles and repeat reading * Author Adam Rex has a funny, smart, and relatable style How do you get gum out of your hair-a pair of scissors? Butter? The cat? Call your aunt, she´ll know what to do. She doesn´t? Try the fire department! With each page turn, this situation-relatable to any family-grows stickier and more desperate. * A wonderful blend of light wordplay, zany humor, and a timeless topic * Perfect for fans of The Day the Crayons Quit and If You Ever Want to Bring an Alligator to School, Don´t! * Great gift for parents, grandparents, teachers, librarians, booksellers, and educators who are looking for a funny, relatable tale to read out loud