Helen Oxenbury

Helping out around the house is a great idea, until things start to get a little too messy. You will relate to Tom, a busy young boy who decides to assist his father with painting a room. Naturally, Tom brings his favorite toy monkey, Pippo, along for the fun. But paint has a funny way of splashing exactly where it should not go. When the colorful mess becomes too big to hide, Tom does what any kid might do and blames his stuffed monkey for the disaster. This gentle and humorous story looks at how we handle mistakes and the clever excuses we invent along the way. It captures the warm understanding between a father and son, showing that sometimes making a mess is just part of the fun.

There is nothing quite like diving into a good book, especially when you have your best friend by your side. You will join Tom and his favorite toy monkey, Pippo, for a busy day that ends with the best activity of all. Tom loves when his father reads stories to him and his furry companion. But when his father grows tired and needs a break, Tom decides to take charge. You will see how Tom steps up, turning the pages and proudly reading the story out loud to Pippo himself. This sweet tale celebrates the magic of reading and the special bond you share with your favorite toys. It shows how the joy of a good story can turn anyone into a wonderful storyteller.