The Adventures of Chomp the Chimp (Paperback or Softback)

"Original, entertaining, and thoroughly 'kid friendly' ... simply outstanding picture book series for children ages 3-7 [is] unreservedly recommended..." Midwest Book Review

In a forest where the tall trees grow, lives a young Chimp who you should know...

The first book in the series, The Adventures of Chomp the Chimp introduces Chomp, a young chimp who is driven by endless curiosity. Chomp the Chimp loves to swing, explore, and notice the small wonders of his forest home. Through moments of observation and play, the story invites young readers to slow down, notice their surroundings, and find quiet beauty in the world around them. The Adventures of Chomp the Chimp is a gentle picture book for young readers and the adults who read with them.

Rooted in principles of early childhood psychology, told in gentle rhyme, and paired with soft, expressive illustrations, The Adventures of Chomp the Chimp children's picture book series encourages innate childhood curiosity to help young readers navigate uncertainty. With a focus on adaptability and learning to be comfortable with changes in the environment, the series is intended for children ages 3-7 and geared towards family shared reading, bedtime reading, as well as classroom use.

Themes: Social-Emotional Learning (SEL), Observation, Curiosity, Adaptability.

Dr. Franco E. Santos is a former undergraduate professor of Psychology and clinical psychotherapist. He holds a master's degree in Psychology and doctoral degree in Education. His work integrates developmental science with traditional storytelling to support early childhood education.

With a Master's degree in Architecture and over a decade of experience in concept art, Marta Maszkiewicz blends structural integrity with a whimsical watercolor aesthetic. Her work for Santos Press prioritizes atmospheric textures and high-resolution detail to support unhurried, nature-based narratives. She lives and works in Warsaw, Poland.