Chomp the Chimp series.

Chomp the Chimp series

Franco E. Santos, author

Marta Maszkiewicz, illustrator

https://chompthechimp.com

Santos Press, LLC

www.santospress.com

Chomp the Chimp (https://chompthechimp.com) is a three volume children's picture book series by author/storyteller Franco E. Santos and artist/illustrator Marta Maszkiewicz. This series is comprised of:

The Adventures of Chomp the Chimp (9781971921044, $18.99, HC, 30pp) Amazon

https://www.amazon.com/Adventures-Chomp-Chimp-Franco-Santos/dp/1971921041

Chomp is a young chimp who is driven by endless curiosity. Chomp the Chimp loves to swing, explore, and notice the small wonders of his forest home. Through moments of observation and play, the story invites young readers to slow down, notice their surroundings, and find quiet beauty in the world around them.

Chomp the Chimp and the Rainy Day (9781971921020, $18.99, HC, 34pp)

Amazon https://www.amazon.com/Chomp-Chimp-Rainy-Day-Adventures/dp/1971921033

Chomp is having an exciting morning of play that 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.

Chomp the Chimp and the Noisy Night (9781971921051, $18.99, HC, 32pp)

Amazon https://www.amazon.com/Chomp-Chimp-Noisy-Night-Adventures/dp/1971921068

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 listen, discovering that the "noisy" night is simply the forest speaking in a different way. From the merry crickets to the wise, old owl, each sound tells a story of a world that is just as safe and alive in the darkness as it is in the light.

Rooted in principles of early childhood psychology, told in gentle rhyme, and paired with soft, expressive illustrations, The Adventures of Chomp the Chimp children's picture book series encourages innate childhood curiosity to help young readers navigate uncertainty. With a focus on adaptability and learning to be comfortable with changes in the environment, the series is intended for children ages 3-7 and geared towards family shared reading, bedtime reading, as well as classroom use.

Critique: Original, entertaining, and thoroughly 'kid friendly' in organization and presentation, all three titles in this novel and simply outstanding picture book series for children ages 3-7 are unreservedly recommended addition to family, daycare center, preschool, elementary school, and community library Emotions/Feelings themed collections. It should be noted for personal reading lists that all three titles from Santos Press are available in a paperback edition ($12.99 each).

Editorial Note #1: 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.

Editorial Note #2: 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 Poland.

Please Note: Illustration(s) are not available due to copyright restrictions.

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Publication:	Children's Bookwatch
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Date:	Jul 1, 2026
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