So Much Slime

Overview

Matty and his family make slime all the time. They know that it's simple, stretchy, scientific, and super-squishy. But Matty's slime demonstration at school turns into a disaster when he forgets the most important ingredient – saline! Instead of squishy slime, he's up to his elbows in an icky sticky swamp, and it's spreading fast. Can his classmates' creative ideas save him, or will someone find some saline at school soon? 

So Much Slime is an explosion of color with vibrant language, wild facial expressions, hands-on-activities, and a hilarious, outrageous plot. Perfect for art time in an elementary class or at home, So Much Slime celebrates creativity in every sense of the word. Companion to the award-winning Too Much Glue.
 

Reviews

"I love this book because it tells me that even if I make a mess, I can clean it up and it’ll be beautiful…Even if something goes wrong, with help, with friends, with teachers, with mothers and dads, you can make them alright."—June Squibb, Academy Award-nominated actress

"So Much Slime is a story that shows children the importance of perseverance and ingenuity."—Courtney B. Vance, SAG-AFTRA Foundation President and Chairman, in a statement shared with PEOPLE Magazine

"So Much Slime by Jason Lefebvre, illustrated by Zac Retz is a romp of a book about a recipe for slime that gets away from its inventor. Not to be missed. Certainly to be enjoyed by kids!" —Sallie Lowenstein, award-winning author/illustrator​

"So Much Slime is a hilarious read as we wonder how the ongoing mess will ever be cleaned up. We all can relate to a show and tell gone wrong. I was amused by Retz's fun and colorful illustrations."—Cindy Mitchell, Reviewer on Kiss the Book blog

"Zac Retz’ digital art throughout is truly phenomenal…. Mr Retz’ background in animation shows in both his artistry and the adorableness of the characters and situations depicted, making his illustrations the perfect accompaniment for Jason Lefebvre’s charming story."—Doreen Sheridan, book critic from The Frumious Consortium​

"Original, unique, imaginative, activity inspiring, fun and funny from start to finish, 'So Much Slime' by author/storyteller Jason Lefebvre and artist/illustrator Zac Retz is especially and unreservedly recommended for family, elementary school, and community library picture book collections for children ages 5-7." —Children’s Bookwatch Magazine, MIdwest Book Review

"The book’s readers will be thankful to know that Matty’s recipe for slime is included….Watch out for hyperbole, onomatopoeia, and alliteration as this creative tale tickles your funny bone (Principal Stuckey?!) and slimes its ways onto your shelf of STEM faves."—Barbara Gruener, B.S., M.S., M.S., Speaker, Educator, Author, Coach​

"Making slime is easy, as long as you include three simple ingredients: glue, baking soda, and—what was that third ingredient again? In this companion to 2013’s Too Much Glue, Matty, a light-skinned boy with brown hair, is demonstrating making slime to his entire class when he realizes he forgot a crucial ingredient: saline. Without the saline, the slime is a growing, oozing, sticky mixture, taking over the classroom. Matty and his classmates try a variety of solutions, until finally finding some saline solution in the science room. The book ends with a slime recipe so readers can try their hand at making slime at home. Retz’s digital illustrations have a soft quality with lots of movement, and the way he is able to illustrate the magical properties of a special glow-in-the-dark slime is particularly compelling. VERDICT Purchase where books on slime are eagerly requested and consider pairing with an always welcome slime-making activity." –School Library Journal, Kadie Seitz

"Filled with many full-page, colourful illustrations, appropriate-sized fonts, and funny words (like COWABUNGA and SWOOOOOOSH), So Much Slime will make story-telling time SOOOO much fun. A brilliant book to add to any classroom or home bookshelf." — Christa McGrath,  Editor, Edwards Book Club Reviews

"What kid doesn’t love slime!?.... Great, bright, emotive illustrations really bring this story to life. Recipe for slime included – so this could make for a really fun classroom or homeschool read-aloud & activity." — Crystal Cahill, Elementary Library Teacher and Gr. 1 Teacher

"My youngest asked to read this book over and over and over (and over and over...) again…. It's extra helpful when the book they want to read on repeat is fun and enjoyable for me!" — Julie Hauswirth, Educator and writer

"What a joyful story! Matty loves making slime at home. He wants to share this fun with his class. His art teacher allows him to show the class. However, Matty forgot the saline. Will this end as a disaster?"  — Heather Best, Educator and her reading therapy dog

“…a hilarious book…. This adorable book is so relatable as an ADHD mama. I can't tell you how many times I've started a recipe, only realizing that I'm missing a key ingredient until the kitchen is a disaster…” —The HSP Bookshelf, mother and blogger

"The bright, colorful digital illustrations beautifully complement and play off the fast-paced text sprinkled with onomatopoeia and humor. This is a great book to spark a playful interest in chemical reactions and slime. One sure to be read again and again." —Maria Marshall, The Picture Book Buzz

"An exuberant celebration of creativity, science, supportive grownups, teamwork, and of course...SLIME! Written by a librarian and illustrated by a film art director whose illustrations burst from the page, there's so much to love."—KidTime StoryTime​, Digital Creator

"I love this funny, classroom-centered, “fix your mistake,” STEMish picture book by Jason Lefebvre, illustrated by Zac Retz. Soon it will head to a school library in the district where I retired!"—Melanie Dulaney, Retired middle grade teacher-librarian

"From the creators of Too Much Glue comes the hilarious work, So Much Slime! It's a laugh out loud picture book.... This is such an entertaining read aloud, with a recipe for slime in the back." —Clarissa, Fun Reads for Kids

Author Biography

Jason Lefebvre was a preschool paraprofessional and children’s librarian for many years before assuming his current position as Assistant Director of the Holyoke Public Library. He is the author of Too Much Glue and So Much Slime, and has written many other stories that he hopes to one day publish – in which nobody gets stuck to anything. He lives in Holyoke, MA, with his partner, Jeannine, and their pets.

Zac Retz is an art director and production designer in the entertainment industry who has worked for Disney, DreamWorks, Netflix, Illumination, and Sony. His movies include Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse, Raya and the Last Dragon, Encanto, Puss in Boots: The Last Wish, Scoob! and many more. Zac runs his own studio, Impetus Animation, and is the illustrator of Too Much Glue. He lives in Sedona, AZ.