About This Book
Reach for this book when you want to turn a restless mealtime or a grocery store trip into a moment of playful connection. It is perfect for those days when your toddler is starting to show interest in what is on their plate or when they are eager to show off their growing ability to count to ten. It follows a hungry monkey swinging through the trees, discovering a new fruit on every page. This classic Eric Carle board book uses vibrant colors and tactile die-cut holes to keep small hands engaged. Beyond simple counting, it introduces a variety of healthy foods and the concept of patience as the monkey searches for his lunch. It is an ideal choice for building early vocabulary and fine motor skills in a joyful, low-pressure way. Parents will appreciate how it frames eating as a colorful adventure through nature.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
None. This is a secular, gentle concept book focused entirely on numbers and nutrition.
Ideal Reader
A two-year-old who is beginning to identify colors and objects, or a child who struggles with sitting still during stories and needs a tactile element like the die-cut holes to stay focused.
Parent Prep
This book can be read cold. It is helpful to point to each fruit as you count to reinforce the one-to-one correspondence for the child. A parent might reach for this after seeing their child struggle with counting sequence or wanting to encourage a picky eater to view fruits as exciting and varied.
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