Be Quiet, Mike!

Leslie Patricelli's 'Be Quiet, Mike!' introduces readers to Mike, a lively monkey who expresses himself through constant noise, from tapping pencils to clanging trash cans. His family's repeated pleas for quiet highlight a common challenge for parents of energetic children. The story beautifully resolves as Mike finds a drum set, channeling his natural inclination for sound into a creative and celebrated musical talent. This book is perfect for sparking conversations about self-expression, finding appropriate outlets for energy, and the joy of discovering one's unique talents. It's a heartwarming and humorous read-aloud for children aged 4-8, offering comfort and understanding to both noisy kids and their patient parents.

Monkey Mike is reprimanded for making noise when he taps pencils and clangs trash cans until he sees a drum set in the music store and puts his hands-on talents to work in a most impressive way.