Caps for Sale by Esphyr Slobodkina

” Caps for sale, 50c a cap!”

As you can guess this is an old book, you certainly can’t buy a cap for 50c and I have not seen a peddler! It was published in 1938.  But it is certainly worth including in your children’s library.

“This easy-to-read story about a peddler and a band of mischievous monkeys is filled with warmth, humor, and simplicity.” Our children enjoy reading about the peddler’s efforts to outwit the monkeys who steal his caps while he sleeps. It has clever use of repetition and action in the story so appeals to both toddlers and those learning to read.

A board book is also available from Fishpond: This books will appeal to a wide variety of ages : the very young 2 years and up, will enjoy the moneys. Mum or Dad can  provide  actions to this lovely story!

A board book edition means little hands can enjoy the book again and again
Copies in Auckland Libraries