Cecily G. and the Nine Monkeys
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Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 1942 · Est. 13 min read-aloud

Cecily G. and the Nine Monkeys

By H. A. Rey, Margret Rey

Book #0.5 in the Curious George series

A lonely giraffe befriends a group of monkeys who have lost their home and together they have exciting adventures and learn valuable lessons.

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48 pages· 1,561 words· Est. 13 min read-aloud
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Bookroo's summary

Cecily, a solitary giraffe, discovers unexpected friendship and adventure when nine playful monkeys, including the curious George, enter her life. Together, they embark on whimsical escapades, each more delightful than the last. As Cecily's world expands with laughter and mischief, she learns the true meaning of companionship. What antics will this unlikely group get into next, and how will their bond transform them all? Dive into a tale where humor and heart collide, setting the stage for the beloved adventures of Curious George.

From the publisher

The original Curious George, which has been in print for more than fifty years, is now available in an oversized format, perfect for group sharing and reading aloud. Every child will be able to see George’s impish antics when his big picture book is used during storytime.

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
48
Words
1,561
Reading age
4–7
Audience
Picture
Lexile
~561L
Themes & topics
Books about mammalsBooks about apes and monkeysBooks about giraffesBooks about animalsBooks about problem solving
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The fine print

Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
3.7
F&P level
~N
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
134081
Publication
Published
September 24, 2007
First published
January 1, 1942
Publisher
Clarion Books
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780618800667

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