Welcome to The Adventures of Chomp the Chimp
The Adventures of Chomp the Chimp by Dr. Franco E. Santos is a gentle picture book series written for early readers between the ages of 3 through 7. Following a curious young chimpanzee exploring the jungle and learning about the world through nature-based adventures, the books are soft, calm, and gentle alternative to today’s hyper-stimulating children’s media. Each story focuses on common childhood experiences such as fear of the weather (lightning and thunder), uncertainty about unknown sounds at night, and struggle to fit in. The books emphasize emotional growth, quiet exploration, and early childhood learning. The series is useful for family shared reading, bedtime reading, as well as group reading in the classroom.
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Available now: The first two titles in The Adventures of Chomp the Chimp (The Adventures of Chomp the Chimp, and Chomp the Chimp and the Rainy Day) series were released March 15, 2026. Both titles are offered in hardcover and softcover formats and are available to libraries and schools through standard wholesalers with international distribution channels also active. For non-institutional readers, you can find some of the participating retailers worldwide here.
About The Adventures of Chomp The Chimp | Other titles in the series
Announcing Chomp the Chimp and the Noisy Night
To be released in June 2026, Chomp the Chimp and the Noisy Night follows Chomp as familiar forest sounds begin to feel different once darkness falls. As Chomp notices hoots, howls, rustles, and calls, he learns that unfamiliar sounds are just the forest speaking in another way. Read more about Chomp the Chimp and the Noisy Night
The Adventures of Chomp the Chimp Books
Chomp the Chimp is the central figure in a series of gently paced children’s stories set in a quiet jungle world. The books focus on everyday experiences—changes in routine, new encounters, and small moments of uncertainty.
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For Librarians
The Adventures of Chomp the Chimp is developed with library collections in mind, emphasizing gentle storytelling, consistent tone, and suitability for early childhood audiences. Title-level information, acquisition details, and supporting materials are available for librarians and collection development staff.
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For Educators
The Adventures of Chomp the Chimp is a gentle children’s book series written with early learning environments in mind. Designed for read-aloud and shared reading, the stories emphasize clear language, steady pacing, and emotional safety, supporting quiet attention, reflection, and connection in the classroom.
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