FICTION

Spunky Little Monkey

by MICHAEL Sampson
MARTIN, Bill, Jr. & . illus. by Brian Won. 32p. Scholastic. Jan. 2017. Tr $17.99. ISBN 9780545776431. POP
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PreS-K—In this twist on the classic children's clapping game "Down Down Baby," the titular little monkey won't get out of bed until the doctor prescribes some exercise as the remedy. What results is an infectious, rhythmic dancing game, complete with clapping, stomping, and shaking. It's nearly impossible to resist joining in, and possibly even more difficult to get the rhyming song out of one's head once the book is through. Won's bold, colorful illustrations fill each page, bringing the spunky chimp to life. With simple, lyrical repetition, this is a fantastic book for young children and one that can easily be adapted for younger elementary-age kids. Sampson includes a note about the importance of daily exercise along with a poignant remark regarding reading as a form of exercise.
VERDICT A whimsical and playful way to inspire children to be both physically and mentally engaged. In the end, Monkey's friends join in the fun, as will any reader or listener, making this a popular storytime title.
Reviewed by Kaitlin Malixi, Bucks County Free Library, Doylestown, PA , Dec 01, 2016

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