Smiling Monkey Swinging on a Jungle Vine

A cheerful monkey hangs from a long vine, gripping it with both hands while its legs swing out to the side. It has a big open smile, round eyes with little lashes, a small ear on the right, and a tuft of hair tied up on top of its head. Around its waist is a skirt made of long, pointed leaves, and its tail curls into a spiral at the bottom right. The outlines are bold and the shapes are large, so this one works well for younger kids who are still building crayon control. Try giving the leaf skirt a few different shades of green, then talk about why monkeys use their hands, feet and tails to climb. A free printable like this is handy for a jungle unit or a quiet afternoon.