Count the Monkeys

Written by Mac Barnett · Illustrated by Kevin Cornell

Count the animals that scared the monkeys away.

4.8/7 Bookroo expert·4.2/5 Goodreads · 3,906 ratings

32 pages· 400 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud· AD490L

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Bookroo's summary

Embark on a playful adventure where monkeys have vanished, leaving behind a trail of mischievous animals. Can you count them all and uncover the mystery of the missing monkeys? Each page invites laughter and surprises, ensuring a delightful journey that keeps young readers engaged until the end. With vibrant illustrations and interactive fun, this tale promises endless giggles and a counting challenge that will have kids returning for more.

From the publisher

Kids will giggle as they count all the animals that have frightened the monkeys off the pages. Full of fun reader interactions and keeps readers guessing until the very last page! Matching Mac Barnett’s brilliant wit are Kevin Cornell’s luminous illustrations, which will have young readers begging to count the monkeys all over again.

At a glance

Format
Pages: 32
Words: 400
Reading age: 3–7
Audience: Picture
Lexile: AD490L

Themes & topics

Books about animals Books about counting and numbers Books about apes and monkeys Books about humor Books about adventures

What readers & critics say

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4.8

“It's fun to have a counting book that is more than just a counting book--it's really more like a joke about counting books. This book is a blast. I think it's funny, and my toddler thinks it's funny, so it's a gigglefest the whole way through.”

Lauren Hancock

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