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The Grumpy Monkey Series: Ready, Set, Bananas! For Beginning Readers

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The Grumpy Monkey series is a delightful and educational collection of books for beginning readers. Join Jim Panzee in his hilarious adventures as he learns to manage his emotions and make friends. Perfect for ages 4-8.

About the Books

The Grumpy Monkey series follows the misadventures of Jim Panzee, a grumpy monkey who is always finding himself in sticky situations. Whether he's losing his favorite banana, getting into arguments with his friends, or simply having a bad day, Jim always manages to find a way to make things worse.

Grumpy Monkey Ready, Set, Bananas! (Step into Reading)

by Suzanne Lang

4.9 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	16668 KB
Print length	:	104 pages
Screen Reader	:	Supported

Despite his grumpy exterior, Jim is a kind and caring monkey who just wants to be loved. Through his adventures, he learns valuable lessons about friendship, empathy, and self-control. The books are full of humor and heart, and they're sure to entertain and educate young readers.

Ready, Set, Bananas!

In the first book in the series, Ready, Set, Bananas!, Jim is excited to play in the banana tree with his friends. But when he loses his favorite banana, he gets so grumpy that he starts to throw a tantrum. His friends try to help him find his banana, but he's too busy being grumpy to listen. Finally, Jim's friends have had enough, and they leave him alone. Jim realizes that he needs to learn to control his temper, and he sets out to find his friends and apologize.

With its simple text and bright illustrations, Ready, Set, Bananas! is perfect for beginning readers. The book teaches important lessons about friendship and self-control, and it's sure to entertain young readers.

Other Books in the Series

The Grumpy Monkey series includes four other books: No Monkeys, No Bananas; Grumpy Monkey, Party Time!; Grumpy Monkey, Super Hero; and Grumpy Monkey, Santa's Little Helper.

In No Monkeys, No Bananas, Jim learns about the importance of teamwork. In Grumpy Monkey, Party Time!, Jim learns to appreciate his friends and family. In Grumpy Monkey, Super Hero, Jim learns to believe in himself. And in Grumpy Monkey, Santa's Little Helper, Jim learns the true meaning of Christmas.

The Grumpy Monkey series is a delightful and educational collection of books for beginning readers. The books are full of humor, heart, and valuable lessons. They're sure to entertain and educate young readers.

Author and Illustrator

The Grumpy Monkey series is written by Suzanne Lang and illustrated by Max Lang. Suzanne Lang is a former teacher and librarian who has written over 50 books for children. Max Lang is an award-winning illustrator whose work has appeared in numerous children's books and magazines.

Suzanne and Max Lang have created a wonderful series of books that are both entertaining and educational. The Grumpy Monkey books are perfect for helping young readers learn about important life lessons, such as friendship, empathy, and self-control.

If you're looking for a fun and educational way to help your child learn about important life lessons, then the Grumpy Monkey series is perfect for you.

Grumpy Monkey Ready, Set, Bananas! (Step into Reading)

by Suzanne Lang

4.9 out of 5