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Name: Monkey see, monkey do
Author: Marc Gave

In this charming, rhyming story, monkeys weave through a day of playful adventures, engaging children with easy‑to‑read verses and bright, simple illustrations. The book celebrates fun, friendship, and the joy of play.

First publish date: 1993

Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books

Authors: Marc Gave

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