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Learn to count and trace numbers with the Five Little Monkeys! Join the Five Little Monkeys as they count from one to ten and learn to trace each number along the way. Indented numbers are perfectly sized for little fingers to follow along, and interactive flaps reveal exciting counting surprises throughout. AGES: 0 to 3 AUTHOR: Eileen Christelow has written and illustrated numerous best-selling picture books including ten popular stories about the Five Little Monkeys, Vote!, and Robins!: How They Grow Up. She lives with her husband in East Dummerston, Vermont.

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As soon as they say good night to Mama, the five little monkeys start to jump on their bed. What could possibly go wrong? Five little monkeys jumping on the bed. One fell off and bumped his head. The mama called the doctor. The doctor said, "No more monkeys jumping on the bed!" The uproarious rhyme is brought to life in this family favorite. With its mischievous illustrations and surprising twist, this contemporary classic is a sturdy and beautiful book to give as a gift or add to a home library. AGES: 0 to 3 years AUTHOR: Eileen Christelow has written and illustrated numerous best-selling picture books including ten popular stories about the Five Little Monkeys, Letters from a Desperate Dog, and Vote! full colour illustrations

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When five little monkeys ask for something to do, cleaning the house for Grandma Bessie's visit isn't exactly what they had in mind. But leave it to those mischievous monkeys to find a way to make housework fun . . . and messy! Features Eileen Christelow's irresistible monkey art in a sturdy board book edition perfect for repeat readings. AGES: 3 and under AUTHOR: Eileen Christelow has created numerous fun and funny picture books, including the Five Little Monkeys series, 'What Do Authors and Illustrators Do?', and 'Letters from a Desperate Dog'. For more information, visit www.christelow.com and www.fivelittlemonkeys.com. Colour illustrations

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Five little monkeys jumping on the bed. One fell off and bumped his head. The mama called the doctor. The doctor said, "No more monkeys jumping on the bed!" Even doctor's orders won't stop these silly monkeys from having their fun. But you'll never guess what Mama does when the five little monkeys finally do fall asleep! AGES: 4-8 The uproarious rhyme is brought to life in this family favorite. With its mischievous illustrations and surprising twist, this contemporary classic, now with a padded cover, is a sturdy and beautiful book to give as a gift or add to a home library. AUTHOR: Eileen Christelow is the best-selling creator of many picture books, including Vote!, two titles featuring Emma, the Desperate Dog, and ten popular stories about the five little monkeys. You can learn more about her and the Five Little Monkeys at www.christelow.com and www.fivelittlemonkeys.com.

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When the five little monkeys go to the river for a picnic with Mama, they discover that it isn't very nice to tease Mr. Crocodile . . . it might even be dangerous! The follow-up to the best-selling classic Five Little Monkeys Jumping on the Bed, featuring Eileen Christelow's irresistible monkey art now in a sturdy board book perfect for repeat readings! AGES: 3 and under AUTHOR: Eileen Christelow has created numerous fun and funny picture books, including the Five Little Monkeys series, What Do Authors and Illustrators Do?, and Letters from a Desperate Dog. She and her husband, Ahren, live in Vermont. For more information, visit www.christelow.com and www.fivelittlemonkeys.com. Colour illustrations

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"It's hard to imagine a more accessible introduction to voting" than Eileen Christelow's hilariously illustrated Vote!, now updated for the 2018 midterm elections. (Booklist, starred review) "It's hard to imagine a more accessible introduction to voting." - Booklist, starred review "Explains the whys and wherefores of the voting process . . . and why it all matters." - Washington Post Eileen Christelow's Vote! has everything you need to know about voting and how our democracy works - parties, voter registration, campaigns, rallies, debates, Election Day, even recounts! Topics are presented in a clear, kid-friendly graphic format as the story of a local election unfolds, with hilarious commentary by the candidates' pets. Includes updated back matter for the 2018 midterm election. AGES: 6 to 9 AUTHOR: Eileen Christelow has written and illustrated numerous best-selling picture books including ten popular stories about the Five Little Monkeys, Vote!, and Robins!: How They Grow Up.

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The best-selling Five Little Monkeys are getting into trouble yet again - this time while playing a classic game of hide-and-seek in this board book addition to the enormously popular series. Mama's out dancing, and Lulu, the babysitter, is in charge. The Five Little Monkeys are supposed to go to bed, but they convince Lulu there's time for just one game of hide-and-seek first... and then another, and another... until they discover the ultimate hiding place. Vibrant, expressive illustrations in Eileen Christelow's signature style accompany a catchy rhyming text that's great for reading aloud in this sturdy board book edition. The refrain invites children to join in; as Lulu counts to 10, 24, and finally 104, young listeners will count along with her. And what little monkey can resist the idea of mischief at bedtime? AGES: 0 to 3 AUTHOR: Eileen Christelow has written and illustrated numerous best-selling picture books including ten popular stories about the Five Little Monkeys, Vote!, and Robins!: How They Grow Up. She lives with her husband in East Dummerston, Vermont.

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"Another winner in the further adventures of the familiar five." -School Library Journal Five little monkeys dress up for Halloween. They are going trick-or-treating with their favorite babysitter, Lulu. "Don't lose the rascals!" Mama tells her. But soon those mischievous monkeys meet their friends and decide to try "the best Halloween trick ever!" Will Lulu be fooled? Or will those rascals get tricked by their own monkey business? Vibrant, silly, and perfect for reading aloud, this non-scary Halloween lap board book is sure to delight fans of this best-selling series. AGES: 0 to 3 AUTHOR: Eileen Christelow was born in Washington, D.C. and grew up in a family of avid readers. It was in high school that she first made the leap from reader to writer, publishing her first stories in her high school's magazine.

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With a glow-in-the-dark cover and Halloween bucket handle, this novelty board book is full of tricks and treats for the Five Little Monkeys - and readers! Five little monkeys dress up for Halloween. They're going trick-or-treating with their favourite babysitter, Lulu. Mama reminds her, "Don't lose the rascals!" But soon those mischievous monkeys meet other costumed friends and decide to try "the best Halloween trick ever!" Will Lulu be fooled? Or will the five little monkeys get tricked by their own monkey business? Vibrant, silly, and perfect for reading aloud, this non-scary Halloween story will delight fans of this best-selling series. This special edition features an extra spooky glow-in-the-dark cover and a bucket handle perfect for little hands on Halloween or all-year 'round. AGES: 0 to 3 AUTHOR: Eileen Christelow was born in Washington, D.C. and grew up in a family of avid readers. It was in high school that she first made the leap from reader to writer, publishing her first stories in her high school's magazine. After studying art history and drawing in college, she discovered a love of photography and began building a career as a photographer. Her interest in children's books was always strong, and after the birth of her daughter, she began thinking about writing one of her own. Her first book, Henry and the Red Stripes, was published in 1981. Since then, she has written and illustrated numerous best-selling picture books including ten popular books about the Five Little Monkeys, Letters from a Desperate Dog, and Vote!

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Celebrate Christmas with the Five Little Monkeys as they try to wait up for Santa Claus in this cozy holiday board book.“He won’t visit while you’re still awake, so go back to bed, for goodness’ sake!”It’s Christmas Eve, and the Five Little Monkeys are so excited, they can’t sleep. They're sure that every little noise they hear is Santa, and not even Mama's and Grandpa's warnings can keep them from jumping out of bed again and again to look! Will those silly little monkeys find a way to get a glimpse of him and his sleigh before the night is over? Beloved, best-selling picture book creator Eileen Christelow perfectly captures all the excitement and cozy anticipation of Christmas in this warm holiday story.

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In this sturdy board book, the five little monkeys wake up with the sun. Today is their mama's birthday, and they are going to bake a cake. They'll have to measure the flour and mix in the right number of eggs, and get it all into the oven in time for the birthday surprise - without waking up Mama! Eileen Christelow has created an original, high-energy romp, sure to delight any child who has tried to plan a surprise.

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There’s plenty of monkey business in this collection of eight funny stories about the five little monkeys by best-selling author-illustrator Eileen Christelow. Come along with the lovable monkeys on their mischievous adventures as they do everything from jump on the bed to bake a cake to tease a hungry crocodile - and much more. With a padded cover, full-colour illustrations, and stories that can be read aloud in just five minutes, this is the perfect book for bedtime, storytime, anytime!

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It's bedtime for Five Little Monkeys - but they have a lot to do to get ready! Look at those faces covered in sticky spaghetti sauce! Into the tub - splish splash. Put on some soft pajamas, and don't forget to brush those teeth. Then it's time for a story and sweet dreams - but the five little monkeys have another idea! Little fingers can touch the sticky, soft, and furry elements throughout the book, and easily help turn the tabbed pages as they follow the Five Little Monkeys in a bedtime routine that is both familiar and full of surprises!

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It's Halloween, and Lulu the babysitter is taking the five little monkeys trick-or-treating. Chaos ensues when those silly monkeys decide that trading costumes with their friends would be fun ...until Lulu plays a trick on them! Five little monkeys dress up for Halloween. They are going trick-or-treating with their favourite babysitter, Lulu. Don't lose the rascals! Mama tells her. But soon those mischievous monkeys meet their friends and decide to try the best Halloween trick ever! Will Lulu be fooled? Or will those rascals get tricked by their own monkey business? Vibrant, silly, and perfect for reading aloud, this non-scary Halloween board book is sure to delight fans of this best-selling series.

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The five little monkeys and Mama are eager to get a new car. The five little monkeys clean and paint their old car until it sparkles like new. But who will buy it? Perhaps those clever monkeys can convince their cranky crocodile neighbours that what they really need is...yes, a car! Lively verse and Eileen Christelow's inimitably comic illustrations put the five little monkeys in the driver's seat in more ways than one. This sturdy board book edition is perfect for repeat readings.

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After their mama reads to them, it's bedtime for the Five Little Monkeys. But they can't resist reading just one more book...or three! Soon Mama is so tired of trying to get her monkeys to quiet down and go to sleep, she picks up their books and takes them with her. At last, the monkeys are ready to settle down...until they hear strange sounds from down the hall. Could it be that Mama likes to read in bed too? This playful addition to the Five Little Monkeys series features a lively rhymed verse and catchy refrain that's sure to keep young readers chanting along.

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Celebrate Christmas with the Five Little Monkeys as they try to wait up for Santa Claus in this cozy holiday book.“He won’t visit while you’re still awake, so go back to bed, for goodness’ sake!”It’s Christmas Eve, and the Five Little Monkeys are so excited, they can’t sleep. They're sure that every little noise they hear is Santa, and not even Mama's and Grandpa's warnings can keep them from jumping out of bed again and again to look! Will those silly little monkeys find a way to get a glimpse of him and his sleigh before the night is over? Beloved, best-selling picture book creator Eileen Christelow perfectly captures all the excitement and cozy anticipation of Christmas in this warm holiday story.

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When five little monkeys eat some ice cream and play in the mud, they become icky, sticky monkeys...and Mama says it's time for a bath! But even after those silly little monkeys scrub themselves clean, they find a way to get mucky all over again. Toddlers will giggle over the wild monkey antics, rhyming refrains, and expressive, up-close monkey art in this brand-new board book.

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Five little monkeys dress up for Halloween. They’re going trick-or-treating with their favourite babysitter, Lulu. Mama reminds her, “Don’t lose the rascals!” But soon those mischievous monkeys meet other costumed friends and decide to try “the best Halloween trick ever!” Will Lulu be fooled? Or will the five little rascals get tricked by their own monkey business? Vibrant, silly, and perfect for reading aloud, this non-scary Halloween story will delight fans of this best-selling series. Includes recipes for “eyeballs” and “worm juice” for kids to try at home.

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The day before school starts, Mama takes her five little monkeys shopping for new clothes. 'Stay right here,' she says, 'AND DON'T GO WANDERING OFF!' But one little monkey has to go to the bathroom and two little monkeys get thirsty . . . Then three little monkey friends arrive . . . and four little monkeys decide to go help find the others . . . Will Mama ever get all of her monkeys ready for school? Like the other books in the FIVE LITTLE MONKEYS series, kids will love reciting the repetitive phrases, counting the characters, and predicting what will happen next.

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This 20th-anniversary treasury features a special introduction and five full-length picture books - "Five Little Monkeys Jumping on a Bed", "Five Little Monkeys Bake a Cake", "Five Little Monkeys Sitting in a Tree", "Five Little Monkeys with Nothing to Do", and "Five Little Monkeys Wash the Car" - as well as a lesson on how to draw your own fabulous monkeys. Sheets of colourful stickers and musical notation round out this amazing collection. It's the perfect addition to any child's classic library.

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