How Long to Read I Once Was a Monkey

How Long Does it Take to Read I Once Was a Monkey?

It takes the average reader and 40 minutes to read I Once Was a Monkey by Jeanne M. Lee

Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more

Description

A colorful introduction to Buddhist fables A monkey, caught in a monsoon, finds shelter in a cave amid the rubble of a temple. The monkey is not alone. A lion, a jackal, a turtle, and a dove bicker in the cramped space, until a statue of Buddha comes to life. "Hush, children, hush." Buddha says. "I will tell you a story to pass the time." From the tale of the clever monkey outwitting a hungry crocodile to that of a bird and turtle rescuing a friend, the six amusing parables told by the Buddha will introduce young readers to the famous cycle of fables in Buddhist literature known as the Jatakas, or birth stories, which Buddha originally told to his disciples to illustrate his teachings. Joined with stunning linocut illustrations, Jeanne M. Lee's I Once Was a Monkey form a book notable for both its beauty and its wisdom.

How long is I Once Was a Monkey?

I Once Was a Monkey by Jeanne M. Lee is 40 pages long, and a total of 10,000 words.

This makes it 13% the length of the average book. It also has 12% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read I Once Was a Monkey Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes and 54 minutes to read I Once Was a Monkey aloud.

What Reading Level is I Once Was a Monkey?

I Once Was a Monkey is suitable for students ages 8 and up.

Note that there may be other factors that effect this rating besides length that are not factored in on this page. This may include things like complex language or sensitive topics not suitable for students of certain ages.

When deciding what to show young students always use your best judgement and consult a professional.

Where Can I Buy I Once Was a Monkey?

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