Details Condition: Brand New Format: Paperback ISBN: 9780749748937 Publisher: Egmont (now Farshore) Age Range: Ages 3-5 Overview Night Monkey, Day Monkey is a beloved rhyming picture book by former Children's Laureate Julia Donaldson, illustrated by Lucy Richards. This brand new paperback tells the gentle, funny tale of two monkeys who live in opposite worlds - one awake by day, one by night - and discover their differences are what make their friendship special. A Smarties Book Prize-winning story, it's an ideal read-aloud for toddlers and young children starting to enjoy rhyme and rhythm. About the Book Night Monkey and Day Monkey don't think they have much in common. One is scared of the dark, the other finds daylight bewildering; what delights one monkey utterly baffles the other. But when circumstances force them to spend time in each other's opposite worlds, they begin to see things from a new perspective - and realise that their differences don't stop them becoming the very best of friends. Julia Donaldson's rhyming verse carries the story along at a playful, bouncy pace, encouraging little listeners to anticipate rhymes and join in with repeated phrases. Lucy Richards' illustrations are lush and atmospheric, contrasting the cool blues of the night-time jungle with the bright greens of the daytime scenes, giving children a visual anchor for the story's themes of difference and understanding. First published in 2001 and still cherished more than two decades on, this is one of Donaldson's most tender explorations of friendship, tolerance and seeing the world through someone else's eyes. It's a wonderful choice for bedtime, storytime, or a gentle introduction to early reading, and sits comfortably alongside other Donaldson favourites on any young reader's bookshelf. Charming rhyming text that supports early language development and a love of reading aloud Beautiful, richly coloured illustrations by Lucy Richards bringing both monkeys' worlds vividly to life A gentle, accessible story about friendship, empathy and celebrating differences Smarties Book Prize-winning tale from one of the UK's most trusted children's authors Perfect for bedtime routines, classroom storytime, or as a gift for toddlers Brand new paperback copy, ready to be enjoyed and treasured About the Author Julia Donaldson is one of the best-loved children's authors in the world, and served as UK Children's Laureate from 2011 to 2013. She is best known for The Gruffalo, Room on the Broom, Stick Man and What the Ladybird Heard, with her books selling many millions of copies worldwide. Illustrator Lucy Richards studied at North Wales School of Art & Design and has illustrated numerous children's titles alongside authors including Julia Donaldson and Michael Morpurgo, as well as writing and illustrating her own picture book, The Magic Sky. Why You'll Love This Picture Book With irresistible rhymes, gentle humour and a heartfelt message about friendship across differences, Night Monkey, Day Monkey is a bedtime favourite young children will ask for again and again. Please Note: This listing is for the UK paperback edition with ISBN 9780749748937. Cover artwork may vary slightly depending on print run.