Good Night, Monkey Boy
24 pages · Released May 14, 2013 · Knopf Books for Young Readers
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This is a gentle, playful bedtime story that celebrates imaginative play while gently guiding children through a calming routine. The mother character is warm and patient, setting healthy boundaries without conflict. The rhyming text and lighthearted tone make it ideal for toddlers and preschoolers winding down for sleep.
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Who's that eating a banana? Swinging from the shower curtain? Making faces in the mirror? Why, it looks like a monkey! But not to Mommy. Mommy knows it's her own monkey boy, and even monkey boys need their sleep. But first, they need to clean up their room and take a bath. Then she'll read a story. "Good night, Monkey... Who's that eating a banana? Swinging from the shower curtain? Making faces in the mirror? Why, it looks like a monkey! But not to Mommy. Mommy knows it's her own monkey boy, and even monkey boys need their sleep. But first, they need to clean up their room and take a bath. Then she'll read a story. "Good night, Monkey Boy . . . and no more bananas!"
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ISBN 9780449813249 · Knopf Books for Young Readers