monkey who wanted to be different : Awareness Publishing : 9781770089556 : 1770089551 : 01 May 2018 : A BOOK FOR BOYS AND GIRLS The monkey who wanted to be different is a colourful picture book with an entertaining story about Matthew the monkey who does not like being a monkey and wants to be a more interesting animal. It highlights the importance of self-acceptance. It shows that you need to like yourself and be proud of who you are. Join Matthew on his adventures in the African bush to find out how he comes to not only accept who he is but to like himself too. A great gift for any child! The monkey who wanted to be different is one of the ten books in the exciting Animal Adventures series by popular children's author Jacqui Shepherd. Each book features a different animal character and highlights an important life lesson through the story. The charming, full-colour illustrations by Dana Espag and Tanja Dunstan bring the stories to life. The simple and accessible language makes