Monkey and the Little One

Monkey and the Little One

By Charlie Alexander
Published by EGMONT

Monkey and the Little One is a sweet and touching story about the value of friendship (and jam sandwiches). 

Meet Monkey, he loves his quiet life, reading books and swimming in the cool lake until one day the Little One turned up. Monkey didn't know where the Little One had come from but he didn't want his company. "Please go away," said Monkey but the Little One doesn't understand monkey-speak. 

The Little One starts following Monkey everywhere and copying everything that Monkey does. The Little One wants to share Monkey's jungle and life but Monkey just wants to be left alone. It isn't long before he has had enough and shouts at the Little One to go away, who finally understands that he is not wanted. Monkey is soon left alone but it doesn't feel the same. After finding the Little One's pot of jam and loaf, and wondering what the Little One will eat, Monkey knows he has to find the Little One. 

This charming picture book is a warm-hearted tale about the importance of friendship. It would also be a good book that can help prepare children for the arrival of a new sibling. 

The illustrations are sweet with lovely colours and cute characters - I love Monkey's cute expressions especially when he's getting fed up with the Little One copying him. 

Monkey and the Little One is recommended for ages 3+ and is available in all good book shops.

Festive reads from Little Tiger Press, Part 2

Festive reads from 
Little Tiger Press

Part 2

Here with the final two festive reads and to start it of, something for the very little ones..

Is It Christmas Yet?

By Jane Chapman

Little Tiger Press have just released this lovely board book edition of this fun and favourite Christmas story. Any parent or Grandparent will know how excited little ones get in the lead up to Christmas and may ask a few times (or every waking hour), "Is it Christmas yet?" That's the case for poor Ted, he is just so excited and cannot wait for Christmas. As Big Bear tries to hang the decorations and wrap the presents, little Ted seems to be getting in the way a lot. Then it's off to find a Christmas tree, which is so big, Big Bear can't get it through the door and ends up snapping it. Big Bear and an upset Ted share a big hug and together they fix the tree, just in time for Christmas.

Recommended for ages 1-3, this little board book comes with sturdy pages, suitable for little hands.

This is a lovely little story that parents will be able to relate to and bring back memories of those stressful but funny times. With lovely illustrations and funny text, this is the perfect festive gift. Available in all good book shops or online here. 

Waiting for Santa

Written by Steve Metzler
Illustrated by Alison Edgson

A story of belief and friendship and reassuring little ones - This festive tale is about Bear wanting everything to be ready for Santa Claus but his friends are unsure if Santa will find them. Bear reassures them that Santa will be there. They make signs and snacks for the reindeer, and they decorate a huge Christmas tree. Bear's friends are still worried Santa won't be able to find them but Bear has an idea and comes back with a huge, bright star to go on the top of the tree. They have to help each other to place the star on the top and when everything is ready, the friends all huddle together to wait for Santa but when they are just about to give up, who should appear....

This is an adorable, sweet little picture book about working together and never stop believing. Every child needs a little magic in their life and this would make a lovely, magical gift. With it's foiled cover, cute illustrations and heart warming tale. Recommended for ages 3-6 and available in all good book shops and online here.