Night Monkey, Day Monkey
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Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 2002

Night Monkey, Day Monkey

Written by Julia Donaldson · Illustrated by Lucy Richards

Two monkeys explore each other's worlds, discovering friendship beyond differences.

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32 pages· AD550L
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Night Monkey and Day Monkey live in opposite worlds, each filled with wonders and fears the other can't comprehend. As they venture into each other's realms, they face confusion and delight, learning to embrace their differences. Can these two become the best of friends despite their contrasting lives? This rhythmic tale invites young readers to explore the beauty of friendship and understanding, with vibrant illustrations bringing the monkeys' adventures to life. Discover how laughter and curiosity bridge the gap between night and day in this enchanting story.

From the publisher

Night Monkey and Day Monkey’s worlds are as different as night and day! But in learning about each other’s opposite worlds and laughing at their own misunderstandings, they learn to be the best of friends. This boisterous and rhythmic read-along story is packaged as a mini book edition along with 10 chunky magnet characters and four magnetic scenes, so children can use their imaginations and play with the magnets after enjoying the story.

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
32
Reading age
3–5
Audience
Picture
Lexile
AD550L
Themes & topics
Books about friendshipBooks about individualityBooks about social themesBooks about new experiencesBooks about apes and monkeys
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The fine print

Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~3.6
F&P level
~N
Publication
Published
April 1, 2011
First published
April 1, 2002
Publisher
Farshore
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780749748937

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