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Grumpy Monkey

By Suzanne Lang
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Grumpy Monkey by Suzanne Lang tells the story of Jim Panzee, a chimpanzee who wakes up feeling unusually grouchy. Despite his friends' efforts to cheer him up, he insists that it's okay to feel grumpy sometimes. The book explores themes of mood, empathy, and self-acceptance in a fun and relatable way for children.
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You might enjoy this delightful children's tale if you appreciate stories with engaging animal characters and valuable lessons about emotions. This book may appeal to you for its humorous take on a bad mood and its message that it's okay to feel grumpy sometimes. Ideal for encouraging young readers to embrace their feelings.

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Jim the chimpanzee is in a terrible mood for no good reason. His friends can't understand it—how can he be in a bad mood when it's such a beautiful day? They encourage him not to hunch, to smile, and to do things that make them happy. But Jim can't take all the advice ... and has a bit of a meltdown.

Could it be that he just needs a day to feel grumpy? Suzanne and Max Lang's hilarious approach to this very important lesson is an excellent case study in the dangers of putting on a happy face and demonstrates to kids that they are allowed to feel their feelings (though they should be careful of hurting others in the process!).

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Grumpy Monkey by Suzanne Lang is often praised for its humorous and relatable storyline that addresses feelings and emotions in young children. The illustrations are noted for their vibrant and expressive quality, adding depth to the story. Readers appreciate how the book normalises the idea of having a bad day, with engaging characters that help convey the message in a light-hearted manner.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781760975098

Publisher: Scholastic Australia

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 01 September 2020

Country: Australia

Imprint: Scholastic Australia

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Max Lang
  • Illustrated by Max Lang

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 8.0mm

Width: 261.0mm

Height: 260.0mm

Weight: 400g

Pages: 32

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