Count the Monkeys by Mac Barnett, illustrated by Kevin Cornell

Count the Monkeys by Mac Barnett, illustrated by Kevin Cornell. Disney-Hyperion, 2013.

The Review...

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All right, kids! Are you ready to count the monkeys? Or… at least, count? In this hilarious counting adventure, Barnett introduces us to quite an array of characters. With the reader’s help, you may be able to get rid of all those pesky creatures and actually count the monkeys… or you may run out of pages! Reminiscent of his sneaky work in Guess Again!, Barnett leaves you thinking you know what’s next, only to be surprised by the another zany twist. Inviting the audience to “cover your eyes while you turn the page” or “tell these guys to ‘scram’” in order to move the story along is sure to excite any story time. Cornell’s detailed illustrations add just the right touch to this rowdy counting quest. Count the Monkeys is recommended for ages 3-6, or anyone with a sense of humor.

The Opinion...

Mac Barnett can do no wrong.