Monkey King
Sale price
$958
Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 2024

Monkey King

Illustrated by Karl James Mountford

Part of the Classic Starts series

A mischievous Monkey King must deliver sacred scriptures on a perilous quest.

4.0 Goodreads · 13 ratings
160 pages· 880L
$9.99Save 4%

In stock. Also at Amazon or Bookshop.

Bookroo's summary

Sun Wukong, the Monkey King, wields immense power and magic, but his antics have angered the heavens. Now, he faces a daunting challenge: a journey to deliver Buddhist scriptures. Can he curb his impulsive nature and succeed in this perilous quest? Discover the thrilling adventures and moral dilemmas in this retelling of a cherished Chinese classic.

From the publisher

An illustrated chapter-book retelling of the Monkey King’s adventures from Journey to the West–part of the Classic Starts series, which has cumulatively sold more than 8 million copies! Sun Wukong is the “Monkey King”–and he has all the power and magic to prove it! But when his mischief lands him out of favor with the heavens, he must embark on a dangerous quest to deliver Buddhist scriptures. Will Monkey be able to control his impulsive behavior and complete his journey to the West? This retelling is the perfect way to introduce young readers to the famous and cherished Chinese story. The book also includes discussion questions.

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
160
Reading age
7–9
Audience
Juvenile Reader
Lexile
880L
Themes & topics
The illustrator

More from Karl James Mountford

Explore Karl's bookshelf
The series

The Classic Starts series

See the whole series
Your next read

Books that feel like this one

The fine print

Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~5.7
F&P level
~U
Publication
Published
February 27, 2024
Publisher
Union Square Kids
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781454950967
LCCN
2023014063

Surprise a reader with their next favorite book.

Spotted a mistake or something missing? Improve this page.

Are you the author or illustrator? Claim your book.

Top contributors: Literary Leslie