The Story of a Monkey on a Stick

The Story of a Monkey on a Stick by Laura Lee Hope is a delightful children's tale that follows the whimsical adventures of a toy monkey. The story begins with the Monkey on a Stick waking up in a pasteboard box confused about how he got there after falling asleep in a toy store. He soon discovers that he has been purchased as a birthday gift for a boy named Herbert. The Monkey's journey takes an unexpected turn when Herbert brings him to school where the toy is temporarily confiscated by the teacher. During this time the Monkey befriends a Cotton Doll and they share stories of their past adventures. The narrative takes a playful twist when the school janitor takes the Monkey and the Doll home to clean them after an ink mishap. The Monkey's adventures continue as he is tied to the back of a dog named Carlo for a ride only to fall off and find himself in a meadow. There he meets a Grasshopper a Cricket and a live rabbit named Jack Hare who invites him to visit his underground cave. The Monkey enjoys his time with the rabbit family sharing stories and learning about their way of life. However he soon realizes he must return to Herbert fearing the boy might be searching for him. The story is a charming exploration of the secret life of toys filled with imagination friendship and the joy of unexpected adventures.