Five Little Monkeys with Nothing to Do [Paperback]

It's summer, school is out, and the five little monkeys are bored. There is nothing to do! they tell Mama. Oh yes, there is, says Mama. Grandma Bessie is coming for lunch, and the house must be neat and clean. Well-meaning as ever, the five little monkeys clean their room and go on to sweep the floors, scrub the bathroom, and pick berries for dessert. But then . . . Children will welcome the return of the five little monkeys, who make the same kinds of messes they do.

It's summer, school is out, and the five little monkeys are bored. There is nothing to do! they tell Mama. Oh yes, there is, says Mama. Grandma Bessie is coming for lunch, and the house must be neat and clean. Well-meaning as ever, the five little monkeys clean their room and go on to sweep the floors, scrub the bathroom, and pick berries for dessert. But then . . . Children will welcome the return of the five little monkeys, who make the same kinds of messes they do.

This is pure silliness-just the kind kids like. . . . The monkeys are suitably active, and their mess-making skills, as demonstrated in the watercolor art, are impressive, with clothes scattered everywhere and dirty water overflowing the tub. . . . Plenty of fun. Booklist, ALA

A lively readaloud. The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books

When five bored little monkeys complain of nothing to do, their mother gladly enlists their help in getting ready for Grandma's visit. In a great scurry, they clean their room, scrub the bathroom, beat the rug, and pick berries for dessert. Unfortunately, when they turn to readying themselves, they undo all their good work and mess and muddy the entire house. Wordless pictures show them cleaning again. . . . This book can be enjoyed one-on-one or at story hour, and all who read it will gain more appreciation for whoever does the cleaning at home. School Library Journal

Eileen Christelow has created numerous fun and funny picturl¢