About This Book
Reach for this book when you need to transform a restless, high-energy afternoon into a shared moment of playful connection. It is the perfect antidote to 'the wiggles' or a bored car ride, as it demands the child's physical and vocal participation to move the story forward. While it ostensibly presents itself as a counting book, the monkeys never actually appear because they have been scared away by increasingly ridiculous intruders. Beneath the silly premise, the book builds a child's sense of agency and humor. It encourages preschoolers and early elementary students to engage in imaginative play, following directions like 'shooing' away bees or 'covering' their eyes from a scary crocodile. It is a joyful, low-stakes adventure that reinforces number sequence through subversion, making it a favorite for parents who want a reading experience that feels more like a game than a lesson.
