Learn why monkeys make funny faces in a simple and fun way for young children. Discover how monkeys use their faces to show feelings and talk to each other.
Monkeys make funny faces to talk and play with each other! Just like you smile or make silly faces to show you are happy or want to have fun, monkeys do the same.
When a monkey sticks out its tongue, opens its mouth wide, or makes a funny face, it might be saying, "Hello!" or "Let’s play!" Sometimes, funny faces help monkeys show if they are excited, scared, or just being silly.
So, monkeys use their faces like talking with their hands or voices—they use expressions to share their feelings and to make friends.