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Grumpy Monkey is a board book about Jim the chimpanzee having a bad day and learning that it is okay to feel grumpy. Its short picture-book format introduces young children to feelings through a humorous story.
At a glance
- Follows Jim the chimpanzee through a bad mood, friends' well-meaning advice and a meltdown.
- Frames emotional literacy around the idea that children are allowed to feel their feelings.
- Sturdy board-book pages are described as suitable for little readers to handle and revisit.
Reference price: $8.99
Price checked: Nov 13, 2026
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Pros and cons
Pros
- A humorous narrative gives caregivers an opening to talk about moods and accepting emotions.
- Board-book construction suits repeated handling by young children.
- At 32 pages, the listed length makes this a compact shared-reading choice.
Technical specifications
9 specifications| Publisher | Random House Studio |
|---|---|
| Publication date | October 15, 2019 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 32 pages |
| Reading age listed | 2 - 5 years, from customers |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0593123997 |
| ISBN-10 | 0593123999 |
| Dimensions | 7.5 x 0.79 x 7.5 inches |
|---|---|
| Weight listed | 2.31 pounds |
What to know before buying
- The listed reading age is attributed to customers rather than stated as a publisher age recommendation, so treat it as a guide rather than a firm suitability limit.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Caregivers looking for a humorous read-aloud about recognizing and accepting difficult feelings.
- Young children who benefit from a sturdy board-book format and short story.
Less suited to
- Readers seeking a workbook, explicit step-by-step emotional coping exercises, or a longer chapter book.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Customer feedback highlights the light-hearted story, humor, illustrations and appeal for young children. Customers also describe it as a way to discuss and accept emotions, with some saying children enjoy rereading it. That feedback fits the book's listed focus on Jim's bad mood and emotional literacy, though it reflects reader impressions rather than a guarantee that every child will respond the same way.
Positive themes
- Customers describe the story as entertaining and funny for young children.
- Readers appreciate the illustrations and the book's message about understanding and accepting feelings.
- Some customers say it prompts conversations about moods and is enjoyable to reread.
Frequently asked questions
What is the story about?
Jim the chimpanzee feels grumpy despite a beautiful day, and his friends try to cheer him up. The story explores whether he may simply need space to feel his mood.
Is this edition a board book?
Yes. The listing identifies it as a board book and describes its pages as sturdy for little readers.
How long is the book?
The listed print length is 32 pages.
What age is it for?
The listing gives a reading age of 2–5 years but attributes that range to customer input, not a firm publisher recommendation.
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