Caps for Sale

Name: Caps for Sale
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SKU: 9780064431439
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A Tale of a Peddler, Some Monkeys and Their Monkey Business

By Esphyr Slobodkina

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Summary

Caps for Sale by Esphyr Slobodkina is a delightful children's story about a peddler who sells caps and faces an unexpected challenge when a group of mischievous monkeys begins to play with his stock. Set against a simple but engaging backdrop, the tale unfolds with humour and a playful spirit, making it a charming and memorable read.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?

This delightful children's tale may appeal to you if you enjoy classic stories with charm and humour. It follows a clever cap-seller outwitting playful monkeys in a simple narrative that is perfect for young readers. If you love books with repetitive, engaging patterns and vibrant illustrations, you might find this one particularly enjoyable.

A folk tale about what happens when a peddler selling caps takes a rest and wakes to find his wares stolen by monkeys. How can he get them back?

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Caps for Sale is a timeless classic beloved by millions, and is one of the most popular picture books ever published. This picture book is an excellent choice to share at home or in the classroom, as children love chanting along with the naughty monkeys.

Children will delight in following the peddler’s efforts to outwit the monkeys and will ask to read it again and again. Caps for Sale is an excellent easy-to-read book that includes repetition, patterns, and colours, perfect for early readers.

This tale of a peddler and a band of mischievous monkeys is filled with warmth, humour, and simplicity, and also teaches children about problem and resolution.

This classic picture book will be appreciated as a birthday, baby shower, or graduation gift! It never fails to get preschoolers chanting along and giggling.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

Caps for Sale, based on an old folk tale, has been praised for its bright illustrations and humour. The story artfully captures the playful interactions between a peddler and a mischievous group of monkeys, sparking enjoyment and laughter among young readers.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780064431439

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 08 October 2015

Country: United States

Imprint: HarperCollins

Contributors:

Illustrated by Esphyr Slobodkina
Illustrated by Esphyr Slobodkina
Illustrated by Esphyr Slobodkina

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 203.0mm

Height: 254.0mm

Weight: 172g

Pages: 48

Collections

Children's Books Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Esphyr Slobodkina Young Adult

About the Author

Esphyr Slobodkina (1908—2002), internationally renowned artist and author of the children's classic Caps for Sale, was among the first female American artists to explore abstraction and the first to use collage in American storybooks. She studied art in Russia and China before immigrating to the United States in 1928. She was a founding member of the American Abstract Artists group, and her work is represented in prominent museum collections across the country.