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Grumpy Monkey: Step Into Reading Books

In order from Grumpy Monkey Get Your Grumps Out to Grumpy Monkey Too Many Bugs. Part of Grumpy Monkey.

The Grumpy Monkey: Step Into Reading series is a set of 4 picture books by Suzanne Lang, published between 2021 and 2024. Written for ages 4–6, most books run about 30 pages. Subjects across the series include self-acceptance and feelings and emotions.

Grumpy Monkey Get Your Grumps Out
Grumpy Monkey Ready, Set, Bananas!
Grumpy Monkey The Egg-Sitter
Grumpy Monkey Too Many Bugs
Grumpy Monkey Get Your Grumps Out
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First Book in the Series

Grumpy Monkey Get Your Grumps Out
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Book #1 · Picture Book · Ages 4–6 · 2021

Grumpy Monkey Get Your Grumps Out

By Suzanne Lang, Max Lang (Illustrator)

A grumpy animal tries to get rid of his grumpiness with the help of his friends.

32 pages· 335 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
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Summary: Jim Panzee, the grumpy monkey, decides it's time for a change. He enlists his jungle friends to help him get rid of his grumpiness by making him mad. But when his friend Norman reminds him that it's okay to be himself, Jim must decide if he can accept his grumpy side. Will Jim find peace with who he truly is, or will he continue his quest for a new self? This delightful tale, with easy-to-read words and vibrant illustrations, invites young readers to explore the importance of self-acceptance and the joy of being true to oneself.
The complete set

Grumpy Monkey: Step Into Reading Series

4 books · Published 2021–2024

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Grumpy Monkey The Egg-Sitter

Picture Book · Ages 4–6 · 2023

A young monkey is tasked with watching an egg for a friend, but things quickly spiral out of control.

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How many books are in the Grumpy Monkey: Step Into Reading series?

There are 4 books in the Grumpy Monkey: Step Into Reading series. It began with Grumpy Monkey Get Your Grumps Out in 2021, and the newest book, Grumpy Monkey Too Many Bugs, was published in 2024.

What ages are the Grumpy Monkey: Step Into Reading books best for?

The series is best for ages 4–6, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

Which Grumpy Monkey: Step Into Reading book is the longest?

Grumpy Monkey The Egg-Sitter is the longest book in the series at 355 words (32 pages).

Which Grumpy Monkey: Step Into Reading book is the shortest?

Grumpy Monkey Ready, Set, Bananas! is the shortest at 248 words (32 pages).

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