"Original, entertaining, and thoroughly 'kid friendly' ... simply outstanding picture book series for children ages 3-7 [is] unreservedly recommended..." Midwest Book Review
Chomp the Chimp and the Rainy Day is the second book in The Adventures of Chomp the Chimp children's pictures book series. The book follows Chomp as an exciting morning of play takes an unexpected turn. When the sky darkens and thunder rumbles, Chomp isn't sure what to think. As the rain begins to fall, Chomp discovers puddles to splash in, friends to laugh with, and a whole forest that feels different but still full of fun.
Rooted in principles of early childhood psychology, told in gentle rhyme, and paired with soft, expressive illustrations, Chomp the Chimp and the Rainy Day explores how unexpected changes can become opportunities for discovery and play. Through Chomp's rainy-day adventure, young readers are invited to approach new experiences with curiosity, flexibility, and confidence. Intended for children ages 3-7, the book is ideal for family shared reading, bedtime, and classroom story time
Themes: Social-Emotional Learning (SEL), Observation, Curiosity, Adaptability, Resilience.
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.