This story is based on Bread and Honey, by Frank Asch. I learned
it from Bill Mayhew, a master storyteller from Maryland. Because
of its novelty, "Little Monkey Face" is good story to tell at
the beginning of a storytime. It's also a good story to tell at
the end of a storytime because of the light-hearted tone and
general silliness. It won't tax a potentially tired audience.
There's not too much in the way of depth or meaning, though one
could argue about Little Monkey's motives: is he a people-
pleaser or is he having a joke at our expense? You decide, but
don't ruin the fun for your young audience! LITTLE MONKEY FACE
Once upon a time, there was a little monkey named Little Monkey.
He loved to draw. One day in art class, the teacher said, "Draw
a picture of the most beautiful thing in the world." Little
Monkey drew a picture of his mother: Little Monkey liked his
picture, and he couldn't wait to show his mother. As he was
walking home from school, picture in hand, he saw his friend,
Ms. Giraffe. "What have y