I recently stumbled upon some heartwarming activities inspired by 'I Miss You, Stinky Face'. Many parents and educators use this book to create bonding moments with kids. One popular activity is crafting 'Stinky Face' masks using paper plates and markers, where kids design their own quirky characters. Another favorite is writing letters from the child's perspective to their loved ones, mimicking the book's emotional tone. Some libraries host read-aloud sessions followed by drawing sessions where children illustrate their own versions of the story's fantastical scenarios. The book's themes of unconditional love also spark discussions about family connections, making it a great tool for emotional learning.
If you're looking for interactive ways to bring 'I Miss You, Stinky Face' to life, try these fresh ideas. Host a 'Stinky Face Storytime' where kids invent new scenarios testing a parent's love—'Would you still love me if I turned into a slime monster?' sparks hilarious creativity. For hands-on fun, make 'miss you' kits with scented playdough (the stinkier the better) and alien stickers to recreate the book's imagery.
Digital adaptations are emerging too. Some apps let kids record video messages for distant family members using Stinky Face filters. The book's emphasis on imagination pairs well with building block challenges—construct the wildest creature that could still be loved. Seasonal twists include Halloween activities where kids design costumes based on the story's mythical beings.
Librarians note that pairing this with 'The Kissing Hand' creates powerful discussions about coping with separation. For older siblings, try writing parodies where Stinky Face grows up but still tests boundaries. The book's simplicity makes it adaptable—even a campfire retelling with shadow puppets works beautifully.
The impact of 'I Miss You, Stinky Face' extends far beyond reading. Teachers often integrate it into lesson plans about emotions and family. One creative approach is a 'Missing You' journal where students write or draw about someone they miss, just like the protagonist. Classroom activities include role-playing the story's dialogue to practice empathy, or creating a 'love map' where kids chart all the people who care for them.
Book clubs for young readers sometimes pair this story with themed snacks and crafts, like making 'monster cookies' to represent the imaginative creatures in the book. The story's blend of whimsy and sincerity makes it perfect for dramatization—kids love acting out the mother's reassuring responses to Stinky Face's wild questions. Some therapists even use it in grief counseling for children, as it gently addresses separation and reunion.
For deeper engagement, try exploring Lisa McCourt's other works like 'I Love You, Stinky Face' to compare themes. The book's repetitive structure also lends itself well to memory games, where kids recall all the scenarios the mother describes. Its universal appeal has led to translations in multiple languages, broadening its activity potential in multicultural settings.
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The day she was forced by her parents to give up the man she loved to her own sister, Charlotte Dean realized her life had returned to its cruel beginning.
After a fatal accident that left Nathan in a coma, she stood by him for two years, at the hospital until he woke up.
Nathan Mills was once her refuge, her promise. “I will always love and protect you.” He’d once said. “Nothing will come between us.”
But when he finally woke up, the first face he saw wasn't not hers.
“Oh, thank goodness you’re awake, Mr. Mills,” Her mother cried. Then her expression hardened. “Charlotte? That useless girl ran off with another man just a day after you were admitted.”
Her parents and her sister took everything Charlie ever shared with him at that instant.
And he believed them.
From that moment, Charlotte’s world collapsed piece by piece.
When the truth finally came to light, Charlotte was gone.
Filled with regrets and fear, Nathan was ready to give up his life to find her.
They're supposed to be forbidden. At least, it’s what I keep telling myself whenever I see them. Yet, when my once close friends of 18 yrs begin to drift away, I’m suddenly left standing, alone, even as they move into their new roles within the pack.
My role being null and void, even with me being born the son of a Gamma.
Always being told I’m useless as the pack treats me with zero respect.
“Worthless Runt”
“Freak”
“Pathetic”
Only a few choice words that my pack likes to use against me whenever they see me. And when becoming bruised and battered seems to be a newfound favorite I take a risk and try to flee only to be stopped by them. My future Alpha, Beta and Delta.
“Where are you going?”
“Out”
“Uh huh sure, and you're taking that with you?”
Snatching my bag, they move to look at me with knowing stares, a stare filled with longing, pain and purpose.
“Give that back.”
“I think not little mate, your ours, now and forever and were not letting go”
Crap. I think things just got a whole lot more complicated than it needed to be.
Ethan Miller was the hottest guy in Greenville High School. Girls loved him, guys wanted to be him. He just had one problem, Corey Price.
Corey Price was the complete opposite of Ethan. Ethan did not like his lingering looks and admiring glances. It made him furious. Corey was the bane of his existence. Ethan's solution was to beat and torment Corey and make his school days unbearable.
Corey's wounds never healed. His fondness of Ethan turned into hatred and he vowed to never forgive him. But, he spent years working on himself and has emerged a stronger, better person, ready to take on new challenges. Finally confident, he's about to take on a new job.
Until he discovered who his new boss was. It was none other than the monster himself.
Ethan Miller
Again, Clarissa was annoyed at her mother who wanted to set her up with her friend's son who was a successful businessman. Clarissa didn't want to pay attention because she saw that her mother and father's marriage did not last and made Clarissa a broken home girl. She grew up to be an arrogant, self-righteous girl, and always wanted to be the center of attention.
Love came into Clarissa's life. She fell in love with her handsome and kind lecturer, Mr. Diaz Wardhana. Missing affection, Clarissa pursued her idol lecturer. Her love unrequited, making Clarissa live out of control.
Adimasta, Clarissa's friend, loved her sincerely. His patience finally made Clarissa melt, slowly turning her messy life into fun and knowing directions.
I came back to life.
The first thing I did was sever the Mate Bond with Alpha Asher.
At his coronation.
In front of thousands.
Last lifetime, he publicly accused me of impersonating his mate in front of everyone, saying I didn't carry a Mate's sweetness but reeked of Wolfsbane that made him sick.
For Elena, his first love, he sent me to the black market where they stripped away my wolf. Without my wolf, I died in a rogue attack shortly after.
This lifetime, when he furrows his brow and tells me to get out of his sight, I don't shed a single tear. I just turn and leave.
He says my existence makes Elena unhappy, so I move to the border cottage.
He says he doesn't want to live in the same Pack with me, so I submit my transfer application.
I thrive in the neighboring Pack and meet a powerful wolf with a hidden identity.
When we appear hand-in-hand at the Northern Alliance Summit, Alpha Asher loses control.
He catches my scent,another male's mark on my skin,and his sanity shatters.
He blocks my path, a low growl rumbling from his chest.
"Wash that male's scent off you, Rhea."
"Weren't you disgusted by me?" I smile and step back.
"Now I belong to someone else, and suddenly I smell good to you?"
In the blood-soaked mountain town of Black Hollow, every full moon ends with a body and a lie.
Elara Ashwood has lived her life by one rule: never trust a man who knows your scent. Raised by her grandmother after her mother vanished into the forest and her father died in a “hunting accident,” Elara knows the forest is dangerous, and the wolves hiding in plain sight are deadlier. But when strangers arrive during the winter eclipse, the forest screams with fury and people begin to disappear. Among them is Kael Draven, a cold, dangerous Alpha with silver eyes that linger too long on her skin, as if he already owns her. The night he bites her is no accident.
Elara soon discovers she is not only Kael’s fated mate but also the one prophesied to destroy his bloodline. Rejected and marked, she flees into the forest, awakening a darker force within herself—an ancient wolf that feeds on fear, desire, and vengeance. The more she resists her nature, the harder it becomes to control.
As enemies close in and the moon turns red, Kael hunts her—not to kill her, but because his body, his wolf, and his soul answer only to her. Every encounter is charged with hunger: claws brushing skin, breath against necks, restraint breaking slowly, painfully. Their love becomes dangerous, their desire a weapon.
In Black Hollow, the true horror is not the beasts in the forest—it is the one you crave in the dark. And sometimes, giving in to that hunger is the only way to survive.
the connection between 'I Love You, Stinky Face' and 'I Miss You, Stinky Face' is something that often comes up in book discussions. While they share the same heartwarming tone and beloved main character, 'I Miss You, Stinky Face' isn't a direct sequel in the traditional sense. It's more of a companion book that explores similar themes of unconditional love from a different angle. The original book focuses on a mother reassuring her child through imaginative scenarios, while the newer one deals with separation and reunion emotions.
What makes these books special is how they maintain consistency in character and style while tackling different emotional landscapes. The illustrations have that same whimsical quality, and the writing keeps that perfect balance of silly and sincere. Fans of the first book will definitely recognize the familiar elements, but it stands strong as its own story. The author clearly understands how to expand a concept without repeating themselves. These books complement each other beautifully on a child's bookshelf, offering different perspectives on love and security.
Interestingly, the series has spawned several other titles like 'I Love You More, Stinky Face' and 'Happy Birthday, Stinky Face', each exploring new situations while keeping that core message of affection. The way Lisa McCourt builds this little universe shows real understanding of childhood emotions. Whether read together or separately, these books create this comforting continuity that kids really respond to.
I've read 'I Miss You, Stinky Face' to my kids countless times, and it's perfect for toddlers to early elementary age. The simple, repetitive text about a mother's unconditional love resonates with 2-5 year olds who are still learning about emotional bonds. My three-year-old giggles at the silly 'stinky face' nickname while snuggling closer during bedtime readings. The colorful illustrations hold their attention, and the heartwarming message helps them understand that parents always come back, which is crucial for kids dealing with separation anxiety. It's become a staple in our house alongside classics like 'Guess How Much I Love You'.