"Original, entertaining, and thoroughly 'kid friendly' ... simply outstanding picture book series for children ages 3-7 [is] unreservedly recommended..." - Midwest Book Review
A ribbit, a hoo, and chirping too?
In Chomp the Chimp and the Noisy Night, Chomp's peaceful day of exploration takes a surprising turn as the sun begins to set. What was once a familiar forest filled with butterflies and honeybees becomes a symphony of unfamiliar sounds of ribbits, hoots, howls, and mysterious rhythmic tapping. As the shadows deepen, Chomp finds that what is easily ignored during the day becomes much more noticeable at night. With his father's patient guidance, Chomp learns to stop and truly listen.
Rooted in principles of early childhood psychology, told in gentle rhyme, and paired with soft, expressive illustrations, this third installment of The Adventures of Chomp the Chimp picture book series models how attention and patience can transform unfamiliar moments into something recognizable and calm. With a focus on encouraging curiosity and emotional resilience, the book is intended for children ages 3-7 and is ideal for family shared reading, bedtime reading, as well as classroom use.
Themes: Social-Emotional Learning (SEL), Observation, Curiosity, Sensory Awareness, Self-Regulation.
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.