Monsters in the Briny

Reach for this book when your child is bursting with energy and needs a playful way to navigate the line between being scared and being silly. It is the perfect choice for a rowdy bedtime or a high-energy classroom break where movement and vocalization are encouraged. This rhyming adventure reimagines the classic sea shanty What Do You Do with a Drunken Sailor by replacing the sailor with a series of misunderstood sea monsters like the Kraken and the Leviathan. As young sailors encounter these legendary beasts, the story shifts from potential peril to humorous problem solving. It beautifully balances the thrill of the unknown with the comfort of teamwork and song. The watercolor illustrations provide a soft, whimsical touch to the potentially spooky subject matter, making it accessible for preschoolers while remaining engaging for early elementary students who enjoy mythology and seafaring lore. It is a fantastic tool for building vocabulary and rhythm through repetitive, melodic text.