Welcome to Monty Stories — a heartfelt collection of imaginative tales crafted by teenage volunteers to support young children affected by cancer. These short stories follow Monty, a lovable character who faces life’s ups and downs with courage, kindness, and curiosity.
Each adventure is designed to bring comfort, spark imagination, and encourage emotional expression. Whether your child is undergoing treatment, in recovery, or simply in need of a cheerful distraction, Monty’s world offers a gentle escape.
Explore the stories below and discover themes of bravery, friendship, and hope — all written with care by young people who want to make a meaningful difference.
Get Involved: Write Your Own Monty Story
Do you have a story idea for Monty? We welcome submissions from young writers who want to inspire others through creativity and compassion. If you’d like to see your story published on our website, get in touch with us and share your adventure.
Let Monty’s journey continue—with your imagination leading the way.
Stories
Monty’s Birthday
A magical tale about how Monty came to life—wrapped in toilet paper, stuffed with a yellow heart, and gifted with healing powers.
Read Monty’s Birthday or Monty's Geburtstag
Monty Saves the Animal Kingdom
When poachers invade the Congo rainforest, Monty must outwit them to rescue his fellow animals. With clever tricks, daring moves, and a rhino-powered escape, Monty proves that one brave monkey can make all the difference.
Read Monty Saves the Animal Kingdom
Monty Climbs a Mountain
Monty faces his fears and scales a snowy peak to help a friend in need, learning that courage comes in many forms.
Monty Escapes from the Zoo
When Monty finds himself locked in a zoo, he must use wit and kindness to rally the animals and find his way home.
Read Monty Escapes from the Zoo
Monty Comes To Life
When Joe stumbles upon a mysterious monkey pendant in a charity shop, he’s drawn into a strange and powerful connection. What begins as curiosity turns into a midnight adventure—and a moment of magic that brings Monty to life.
Monty is Made
Born from love and stitched with care, Monty was created by a young girl in a tree-house seeking comfort and connection. With a pendant at his heart and a smile stitched wide, Monty became more than a teddy—he became a spirit of empathy, ready to bring light to children everywhere.
Monty Falls Down a Well
After tumbling into a dark, forgotten well, Monty finds himself bruised, trapped—and alone. But in the stillness, he begins to reflect on life, loss, and hope. What starts as panic becomes a journey inward, leading to unexpected calm, new friendships, and a mysterious pendant that might hold the key to someone else's story.
Monty Learns to Ride
Monty’s birthday gift—a shiny blue bike with racing stripes—fills him with excitement. But there’s one catch: he doesn’t know how to ride. With the help of a retired cycling champion next door, Monty trains through falls, fears, and self-doubt. When race day arrives, it’s not just the stripes that carry him to victory—it’s belief, resilience, and the power of encouragement.