20 Fun Monkey Facts for 4-Year-Olds

  1. Monkeys love to climb trees! They use their hands and feet to hold onto branches.
  2. Monkeys live in groups called troops. They like to be with their monkey family and friends.
  3. Some monkeys eat bananas. But they also eat lots of other fruits and leaves.
  4. Monkeys have tails. Some tails help them hang onto branches.
  5. Monkeys are very playful. They love to swing, jump, and run around.
  6. Baby monkeys cling to their mom’s belly. This keeps them safe and warm.
  7. Monkeys can make sounds to talk to each other. They use chirps, hoots, and chatters.
  8. Monkeys live in many parts of the world. Like jungles, forests, and sometimes cities!
  9. Monkeys have very good eyesight. This helps them find food and spot danger.
  10. Some monkeys have colorful faces or bright fur. This helps them recognize each other.
  11. Monkeys wash their food before they eat it. Some even use water to clean their hands.
  12. Monkeys use their long arms to swing from tree to tree. It’s like monkey gym time!
  13. Monkeys can be different sizes. Some are as small as a squirrel, others are as big as a dog.
  14. Monkeys love to eat insects too. They need protein to stay strong.
  15. Monkeys like to groom each other. It means they pick bugs out of their fur.
  16. Monkeys have clever hands. They can pick things up and even use sticks as tools.
  17. Some monkeys even use their tails like a fifth hand. This helps them hold on tightly.
  18. Monkeys sleep in trees at night. It keeps them safe from animals on the ground.
  19. Monkeys have different sounds for fun or warning. They know when to play and when to be careful.
  20. Monkeys are really curious animals. They love to explore everything around them!

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