Tanie Meets a Baby Monkey

Reach for this book when your child is hesitant to engage with new people or seems content playing only with their familiar 'inner circle' like the family pet. It serves as a gentle bridge for children who find comfort in the known but are ready to explore the rewards of making a new friend outside of their immediate household. The story follows Tanie, a young girl whose social world is limited to her dog, Scobby, until a chance encounter with a baby monkey opens her heart to a brand new connection. This narrative provides a perfect framework for discussing how kindness and an open mind can turn a stranger into a companion. It is particularly effective for the 3 to 5 age group as they begin to navigate preschool environments and playdates. Parents will appreciate how the book models prosocial behavior and the idea that friendship doesn't have to be limited to those who look or act just like us.