Grumpy Monkey

This book gets it. Some days you're just grumpy, and that's fine. It's a funny, relatable, good reminder that we don't have to fix every bad mood. Sometimes, we just roll with it. Perfect for kids and well, honestly, adults too.

Grumpy Monkey by Suzanne Lang is a wonderful examination of what it feels like to wake up on the wrong side of the bed. This message easily resonates with both parents and children alike, as everyone can relate to a time when they just felt “off” but didn’t really have a justifiable explanation as to why.Max Lang’s vibrant illustrations bring the theme of the story into existence in a way that is inviting and fun. The characters are drawn in a humorous yet unique way, which provides them with personality beyond the descriptions that are provided in the text. There are many moments where the illustrations of the grumpy monkey make us laugh while also making us sympathize with his sour mood.Overall, this is a wonderfully colorful and inviting picture book for parents and children alike. This book gives the reader permission to be grumpy and emphasizes the importance of accepting when our own moods are under the weather. I highly recommend this book for anyone who has children as it invites many important conversations on how to advocate for ourselves when we need time to reset our moods.

My 3 year old loves this book. I plan on buying more from this line eventually. The story is great and the illustration is very well done

My children love the expressive words and pictures in this book. They like how Jim changes his appearance to try not to seem so grumpy. It has a good message as well. Sometimes life isn't fun. And once you accept it, it can be a bit easier. Also it is nice to have friends who care along for the ride.

Great book for children to teach them that sometimes they will feel grumpy and that it’s ok to feel that way. Got it for my toddler who is starting to feel his “big feelings” and he really likes it.

I bought Grumpy Monkey thinking it would cheer my toddler up during tantrums… turns out it just gave her a role model. Now when she’s in a mood, she points to the monkey and says, “Me.” Thanks, I think?The illustrations are hilarious, the message is sweet (it’s okay to have a bad day!), and it somehow manages to entertain both my kid and my inner grumpy adult. I docked one star only because now I have to explain to my child that smashing bananas in anger is not “embracing his feelings.”Still, 10/10 would read again—just maybe with a side of patience.

Bought this as part of a Christmas gift to my granddaughter. She enjoyed the story and I am happy with quality of the nice rugged board book.

Great book! Love the grumpy monkey! My 3 year old loves it and reads it several times a day!