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 Buy this book online | Good Night, Gorilla Written & Illustrated by Peggy Rathmann This book is the perfect bedtime story for new readers to enjoy. With just ten repeated words, the story is really told through the humorous and witty illustrations. As a tired zoo-keeper locks up his animals and goes to bed, a mischievous gorilla follows and lets them loose. The fun begins when the zoo-keeper trudges home unaware that a parade of animals have come too. Readers will find delight in looking for the pink balloon and tiny mouse found on each page. |
 Buy this book online | Little Gorilla Written & Illustrated by Ruth Bornstein Everybody loved little gorilla, his mother, his father, his grandma and grandpa. His whole family loved him. All the animals loved him too, Pink Butterfly, Green Parrot and even Red Monkey. They all loved little gorilla and were always there for him when he needed them. But one day something happened. Little gorilla began to grow and grow and grow. He grew so big! What would his family and friends do now? Would they still love him? Read Little Gorilla and find out. |
 Buy this book online | My Friend Gorilla Written & Illustrated by Atsuko Morozumi How would you feel if you had a huge gorilla living in your house? The young boy in this story is at first frightened of the big animal that his father has brought home from the zoo. However, his feelings change as his new friend climbs trees with him, pushes his bike in the park and even comes to his birthday party. This heart warming story with simple and sparse text is brought alive by colorfully detailed watercolor illustrations. The large illustrations not only fill the entire page, but also are very emotional as the day arrives when the gorilla must leave. |
 Buy this book online | The Escape of Marvin the Ape Written & Illustrated by Caralyn and Mark Buehner Marvin the ape escapes from the zoo and finds adventure in the big city. From restaurants, to art museums, to toy stores, Marvin is able to blend into the crowds while having a grand time seeing the outside world. While the story is a simple one, the illustrations add depth and humor to the book. As Marvin explores the city, keep an eye out for the police who are trying to track him down and the ostrich that has followed him from the zoo. The details in the illustrations allow the reader to find something new each time this book is read. |
 Buy this book online | The Painting Gorilla Written & Illustrated by Michael Rex What does a gorilla do with a million dollars? Gorilla likes to paint and she does it well. When she sells her paintings, she has to decide what to do with all the money. Her zoo friends tell her what they would do if they had a million dollars. So she takes their advice and the result is a happy ending for all. Michael Rex's acrylic paintings are a perfect match for this heartwarming story. |
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