Five Little Monkeys Sitting In A Tree by Eileen Christelow

This is a softcover (paperback) edition of the classic children's picture book 'Five Little Monkeys Sitting In A Tree,' written and illustrated by Eileen Christelow. Originally published in 1991, this specific edition features the characteristic vibrant orange border framing a central illustration. The cover art depicts five anthropomorphic monkeys in colorful clothing perched on a tree limb over a body of water containing a crocodile. The title is printed in a yellow, playful serif font at the top, with the author's name in black capital letters below it. The book appears to be a standard square-format paperback commonly used in school or library settings. Regarding condition, the cover shows significant signs of handling and wear. There is prominent vertical creasing on the left side near the spine, corner-blunting on the upper-left, and slight edge wear along the top periphery. A notable shadow from the photographer obscures the lower portion of the image, making it difficult to assess the bottom edge. The colors remain saturated, but the physical texture of the cardstock suggests it has been frequently read. There are no visible library markings, stamps, or stickers on the front cover, though the general shelf wear is consistent with a used educational or household item.