Book details
Junie B. Jones and a Little Monkey Business (Junie B. Jones, No. 2)
Description
Meet the World's Funniest KindergartnerJunie B. Jones! With over 50 million books in print, Barbara Park's New York Times bestselling chapter book series, Junie B. Jones, is a classroom favorite and has been keeping kids laughingand readingfor over 20 years! In the 2nd Junie B. Jones book, it's pooey on B-A-B-I-E-S until Junie B. finds out that her new dumb old baby brother is a big fat deal. Her two bestest friends are giving her everything they own just to see him. And guess what else? Maybe she can bring him to school on Pet Day. USA TODAY: "Junie B. is the darling of the young-reader set." Publisher's Weekly: "Park convinces beginning readers that Junie B.and readingare lots of fun." Kirkus Reviews: "Junie's swarms of young fans will continue to delight in her unique take on the world.A hilarious, first-rate read-aloud." Time Magazine: "Junie B. Jones is a feisty six-year-old with an endearing penchant for honesty."From the Trade Paperback edition.
Age
5-7
Text complexity
developing
Length
80 pages
Book in series
#2
Why to read
- Engaging Humor: The book is filled with Barbara Park's signature humor, which is especially appealing to young readers. Junie B.'s unique perspective and amusing misunderstandings provide plenty of laughs and keep children entertained throughout the story.
- Relatable Characters: Junie B. Jones is a character that many children can relate to. Her experiences in kindergarten and with her family are typical of what many kids go through, making it easy for readers to connect with her and her adventures.
- Language Development: The series is known for its simple yet expressive language, which is great for early readers. The book helps children enhance their vocabulary and reading comprehension skills in an enjoyable and accessible way.
- Life Lessons: Despite its light-hearted nature, the book touches on important themes such as family dynamics, sibling relationships, and the excitement and challenges of growing up. Young readers can learn valuable lessons about dealing with change and understanding their emotions.