The book Ten Little Monkeys is an engaging and delightful picture book about how ten mischievous little monkeys go on adventures at home and around the world. This book by Ellen Jackson and Alexandra Boiger is a fun tale of counting and exploration that will entertain children of all ages.
In the first chapter of the book, "One Little Monkey," the reader is introduced to the main characters: ten little monkeys. The reader follows the little monkeys as they explore their home and the world around them. They investigate their closets, create funny conversations, try out different hairstyles, and even dress up like real explorers. By the end of the chapter, the reader learns to count up to one, and the little monkeys are as eager as ever to learn what is in store for them on the next adventure.
In the second chapter, "Two Little Monkeys," the little monkeys find a supra-dimensional portal to explore. When they travel through the portal, they find themselves in a prehistoric world full of dinosaur bones. While they investigate the new world, the reader watches the monkeys learn to count up to two.
In the following chapters, the monkeys continue on their magical journey around the world. They bravely travel to a mountain range, a hot-air balloon and a magical castle. From a beach in Antarctica to a science laboratory, they explore different scenes and landmarks that introduce the reader to different aspects of the natural and scientific world. At each turn, the monkeys and reader count along up to ten, all the while learning facts about the world around them.
In the tenth and final chapter of the book, "Ten Little Monkeys," the reader finds the little monkeys back at home. The monkeys look back on all the wonderful places and things they've seen on their adventures and come to appreciate the beauty of the home, their family and friends. The reader is reminded of the importance of curiosity, exploration, and most of all, simply counting.
Ten Little Monkeys is a wonderful read for young children, whether they are being read to or reading the book on their own. The narrative encourages children to explore their world with a sense of wonderment, while also learning to count up to ten. Through the eyes of the ten little monkeys, this book encourages readers of all ages to be curious and explore all the incredible things the world has to offer.
