Learning sign language with a baby monkey and its mama was an eye-opening experience. It was educational, learning, and playful, not only for the baby monkey but also for the reader.

The fact that this is a sign language book could be more prominent on the cover.

I could not get past the creepy anime filter on the sign language model. It's like something out of a bad tik-tok. Either use a model who doesn't mind being in the book or make it less obviously odd.

The cartoons aren't overly appealing either.

A cute idea, but not for me. Thank you NetGalley for the ARC.

I received a copy of this eBook from netGalley for a honest review.

I like this introduction to sign language for babies and toddlers. It has more words to sign if you know them or are willing to learn but the highlighted words are shown in little pictures in the corner and are a great starting point for most kids. I enjoyed the illustrations too.

I love the concept of this book and that there were tips at the beginning and QR codes to show each sign in more detail. Practically this was difficult to access while trying to read with a squirming toddler. I think it might have been helpful if the signs were also somehow included with the characters doing them in the illustration

This is a great book to teach babies a handful of basic words in sign language, and it's awesome that someone decided to make a book like this one. All of the bolded terms are relevant to little kids' daily lives, and they are likely to be used often, which helps them learn even more. Additionally, the visual guides for every term were awesome! It really leaves no confusion to readers, and it makes teaching babies sign language a breeze. Even further, the guide for parents/caregivers at the beginning is so helpful and it was such a smart idea to have tips for each age range. Lastly, the illustrations were adorable and very colorful; a perfect fit for a baby book. Bravo!!
Only note: On page 14, it appears there is no visual guide, so make sure to add that in!

Very cute. Great way to teach baby sign language for both parents and babies. I liked the artwork in this book as well. The QR codes are a nice touch to be able to have a better visual

I learned a little bit of sign language reading this book and will be sure to share it with my parent friends when it releases! I do have a few notes for improvement:
Page 14 doesn’t have a demonstration of the signs.
Page 15 could have a better demonstration of the signs.
The QR code on each page would look better if art is added for it to blend in. For example, the snack Love Corn has a bar code made to look like grass.

A sweet and wonderful book introducing sign language! The illustrations are bright and simple. The QR and images help understand and follow the sign language correctly!

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for providing me with an e-ARC in exchange for an honest review.

This was such a sweet and cute way to introduce little ones to sign language. The QR codes on each page is also helpful to learn the correct hand placement. While my kids already know these signs, it would have been amazing to have for them years ago. I will definitely be telling all my new mom friends about this book!

Thanks to Laura Payne, NetGalley, and Ninewise Publishing for this eARC, in exchange for my honest review.

Thank you to NetGalley and Ninewise Publishing for providing this eARC in exchange for an honest review.

The book turns the study of sign language into an exciting adventure for young children.

It is perfect for parents and educators, thanks to colorful illustrations and a lively narrative that make the learning process simple and engaging.

The book includes QR codes with videos showing how to correctly sign the words in ASL, which is very helpful for learning the signs.

At the beginning of the book, there is a helpful guide for parents with tips on age-appropriate teaching. This makes it an excellent resource for anyone wanting to introduce their children to sign language.

A wonderful book for learning sign language. It helps master a few words and includes QR codes that link to a website with detailed videos showing how to correctly sign the words in ASL. The book also features bright illustrations that further demonstrate each word being learned.

Thank you to NetGalley and Ninewise Publishing for providing this eARC in exchange for an honest review.

A nice book that contains a QR code and a demonstration of an ASL sign on each page. and it has a narrative that the young ones will find fun and engaging.

Thank you for the ARC. Monkeys are my favorite animal so we loved this book. What a clever way to learn sign language. The QR codes were very helpful to help reiterate the correct way to sign. Loved the illustrations.

I love the sign language instructions on each page. Simple sentences make it really easy for the kids to pick up on the signs too. 2 and 3 year olds loved learning the signs with me! And my 6 year old had an easy time actually reading it himself because the sentences on each page were so short and simple.

Laura Payne’s *Play! Monkey, Play!* serves as a captivating and engaging gateway into the world of baby sign language. Aimed at parents and caregivers, this book combines colorful illustrations with lively storytelling to introduce essential signs in an enjoyable and interactive manner.

Through the delightful adventures of a lovable monkey, the book weaves simple signs into various activities, making it easy for babies and toddlers to pick up. Payne’s method transforms learning into a joyful experience, encouraging early communication and deepening the connection between caregivers and their little ones.

For anyone looking to familiarize their child with sign language, *Play! Monkey, Play!* is an excellent resource. It blends education with entertainment, making communication both accessible and fun for young learners.

I love that there is a guide for parents at the beginning of the book on how to teach ASL, and tips for different ages.

The inclusion of pictures and QR codes are so helpful for learning the signs.

Illustrations are cute and it’s a great length for kids

This book was very cute. The illustrations were adorable and the story told was a relatable story for little ones. I enjoyed the tips page in the beginning to help correctly implement the lessons.

This book does require the use of technology to understand the movement for each ASL word. A QR code is provided for each word.

Thanks to Laura Payne, NetGalley and Ninewise publishing for the ARC. All opinions are my own.

I started learning ASL when I was in school and I've always encouraged my friends to teach their babies simple sign. It is shown that babies who learn sign language communicate sooner with their parents! This book was so sweet and I loved seeing the simple words with a QR code for parents to use where they can see a video of the word being signed.

Excellent book for teaching kids some sign language. I will be using this in my classroom! It was fun and informative.