Bad Day at Riverbend facts for kids
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| Author | Chris Van Allsburg |
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| Illustrator | Chris Van Allsburg |
| Country | United States |
| Genre | Children's literature |
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Publication date
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1995 |
| Media type | Print (Hardcover) |
| Preceded by | The Sweetest Fig |
| Followed by | Zathura |
Bad Day at Riverbend is a unique children's book written and illustrated by the famous American author Chris Van Allsburg. It was published in 1995. This book takes readers on an unusual adventure, showing how everyday objects can have a secret life. It's known for its clever twist and amazing black-and-white illustrations.
Contents
What Happens in Riverbend?
A Mysterious Goo Appears
Imagine a quiet town called Riverbend. One peaceful day, Sheriff Ned Hardy hears something strange. A mysterious, gooey substance is covering many of the town's citizens! He knows he has to investigate right away.
Sheriff Hardy Investigates
Sheriff Hardy bravely heads out to find answers. His first discovery is the local stagecoach driver. The driver is completely covered in this strange goo and can't even speak! It's a very worrying sight.
More Covered Citizens
Even though he's worried, Sheriff Hardy doesn't give up. He continues his search and finds more and more people covered in the weird substance. The mystery deepens as he tries to understand what's happening.
The Sheriff Gets Covered
Eventually, the sheriff himself gets caught! The strange goo covers him too, and he can't move or speak. It seems like the entire town is slowly being taken over by this bizarre material.
The Big Reveal
Then, the amazing truth is finally shown! The strange goo isn't goo at all. It's actually crayon scribbles! The whole town of Riverbend, including Sheriff Hardy, is part of a coloring book. A small boy was coloring in it, got tired, and left the book unfinished. The "bad day" was just the result of his colorful scribbles!
