
Written & illustrated by Steve Antony
A gorilla's tantrum over a banana leads to unexpected help.
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Betty the gorilla faces a big challenge: she can't open her banana. Her frustration erupts into a tantrum, with tears and screams. Enter Mr. Toucan, who offers a helping hand. But what happens when another banana appears? This delightful tale explores emotions and the humor in everyday struggles, leaving both kids and parents laughing.
Like Molly Bang’s When Sophie Gets Angry—Really, Really Angry, this book offers families a perfect opportunity to openly discuss emotions and behavior. Meet Betty, a gorilla. She wants to eat a banana, but . . . try as she might, she can’t open it! Poor Betty—she just can’t cope, and her frustration quickly becomes a great BIG tantrum. She cries and sniffles, kicks and screams. Luckily, Mr. Toucan is at hand to peel the banana and help Betty calm down. But what will happen when Betty spots another banana? Both preschoolers and parents will laugh out loud at this simple, utterly hilarious picture book about tantrums.
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