Book details
There Was an Old Monkey Who Swallowed a Frog
Published in
2010
on Goodreads (359)
Description
There was an old monkey who swallowed a frog, a bat, a mango, a toucan, an iguana, and more! What a hog! Zany illustrations rendered digitally by Steve Gray show monkey's belly growing and growing as he eats a host of jungle creatures in this adaptation of the popular children's song, inspired by the rain forest.
Age
3-7
Text complexity
emerging
Length
40 pages
Book in series
#2
Why to read
- Engaging Rhymes and Rhythms: The book features catchy rhymes and rhythmic patterns that make reading aloud fun and engaging for children, helping to develop their phonemic awareness and love for language.
- Creative Spin on a Classic Tale: 'There Was an Old Monkey Who Swallowed a Frog' puts a unique twist on the traditional 'There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Fly' story, offering a fresh and humorous perspective that sparks children's imaginations.
- Vibrant Illustrations: The book is filled with colorful and lively illustrations that capture the essence of the jungle setting and the quirky actions of the monkey, providing visual stimulation and aiding in comprehension and retention of the story.
- Educational Content: While entertaining, the book also introduces children to various animals and the concept of cause and effect, as they follow the monkey's outrageous eating adventure, making it a fun and educational read for young audiences.