In the story "Summer of the Monkeys" by Wilson Rawls, a character shares a creative plan to catch monkeys using a pen made of chicken wire. The plan involves building a sturdy enclosure with a top and a door that features a snap latch. The idea is to place coconuts in the center of the pen to attract the monkeys, leaving the door open while carefully rigging a binder twine to secure it once the monkeys enter.

The narrator envisions this setup as they contemplate their grandpa's proposal. The cleverness of the method highlights the excitement and ingenuity of the characters, melding a child's playful imagination with practical problem-solving. The anticipation of outsmarting the monkeys adds a sense of adventure to the narrative.