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Teeny! Tiny! Mini Monkey!

Teeny! Tiny! Mini Monkey! is an illustrated story of a tiny monkey who finds friendship. Mini Monkey learns what makes him different is also what makes him special. This book is a perfect gift for preschool children and young readers. Mini Monkey is sad because the other monkeys tease him and won't play with him because he is such a small monkey. One by one, Mini seeks out the larger animals in the forest to tell him how to grow bigger; first, the giraffe, then the hippo, and finally, the elephant. Mini is very sad when the large animals cannot tell him how to grow. When there is a crisis in the forest, Mini's unique small monkey body is just what is needed, and he becomes a hero, and the other monkeys befriend him.

about

As a missionary kid in Ethiopia, my friends were ethnically and culturally diverse. Yet when the older taller kids in school patted me on the head and called me "Little Punky," I was very sad. Every child should be accepted (and celebrated!) and not rejected for who they are. This was the inspiration for Teeny! TIny! Mini Monkey! The animals and illustrations were inspired by my time in East Africa, and the safari holiday my family took to Kenya and Tanzania.

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book and order details

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Book Details
SIze: 8.5x11 Paperback ISBN: 979-8218403669 Hardcover ISBN: 979-8218453206 Publication Date: March 23, 2024 Price: $19.95 paperback Printed in the United States of America Published by Kirsten Jacobson Stasney

reader Reviews

highly rated by writers, teachers and parents
★★★★★
"A sweet tale celebrating diversity!
I love the nostalgic elements of this book with a relatable character going from animal to animal seeking wisdom. The wisdom Mini hopes to find is not out there, but it is within him, and it is the realization that he has a lot to offer because of the very thing that has made him different. As a reader in Florida, where books on Diversity are under attack, I am heartened that Kirsten's book is now out in the world, and being told to a young audience in such a lovely way. The illustrations are joyful and filled with vibrant colors, too. One copy is going into our local little free library. I hope every child has a chance to learn that they are perfect just as they are, no matter what a politician tries to make them believe."
Cynthia E
★★★★★
"Delightful story and captivating illustrations!
A delightful story to read to your children or grandchildren! Having taught primary grades, it would be an ideal book for the classroom with an uplifting message and captivating illustrations. This is my new "go-to" gift paired with a stuffed monkey (or any animal in the story) . . . unique and timeless!"
Cyndi M
★★★★★
"Highly Recommend!
My daughter loves this book! It has been a favorite for months. She loves going on the journey with Teeny Tiny Mini monkey and seeing all the different animals. The book also has a great message about about appreciating each other’s differences."
AJ
Kirsten jacobson stasney
kirsten@kjstasney.com
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