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Monkey

Marc Brown

201632 pagesabout 30–45 minutes
2016
first published
  • 2016Alfred A. Knopf · ENGISBN 9781101933275
  • 2017Random House Children's Books · 32 pages · ENGISBN 9780399557811
  • 2017Knopf Books for Young Readers · 32 pagesISBN 9781101937624

Monkey is very nervous about the new baby. He likes being a little brother! Before the big arrival, Monkey must learn about what it means to be a big brother. Mommy, Daddy, and Brother show Monkey how to prepare for the baby: Monkey can share his old baby things with his new little sibling. He can go to the hospital with Mommy to feel the baby kicking! Monkey can even help Mommy pick out all of the things that the baby will need, and get her packed and ready for the hospital. Finally, Monkey is ready to be a big brother!

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Character focusSmall ensemble

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Written forMiddle grade

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ThemesFamily
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