By: Gerald Hawksley,
on 10/19/2016
Time for bed!
SLEEPY ANIMALS, my kindle bedtime book for kids is free for a few days
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By: Jen Robinson,
on 5/29/2014
Book: The Big Book of Slumber
Author: Giovanna Zoboli
Illustrator: Simona Mulazzani
Pages: 26
Age Range:3-6
"Dolphin and tuna have turned out the light.
Nanny goat's tucking kids in for the night.
Rooster and hen are already sleeping --
so why are those baby chicks still up and cheeping?"
The page spread shows the dolphin and tuna underwater, eyes closed. A nanny goat tucks eight baby goats into separate beds, neatly lined up on a lawn. A chicken and rooster nod inside a hen house next door, while a dozen yellow chicks roam about the page.
On another page, several puppies are tucked into bed together, while two camels lie in bunk-beds, with "a moonlit oasis right over their heads",complete with sand and palm trees, right there on the top bunk. There is definitely a surreal feel to the book. But Mulazzani's illustrations are not fuzzy and dream-like, they are clearly defined, despite their quirky content.
This will be a fun book for kids, I think, with lots of animals, big and small, to look for on each page (most but not all referenced in the text). I found the text to be rhythmic without being sing-songy, positively calling out to be read aloud. As an adult, I prefer books that have more plot than this one (which is basically a series of collections of sleeping animals, no narrative). But I think that it will make my daughter laugh, while also helping her to calm down for sleep. And that's a winning combination. This one is going in our bedtime reading pile for sure.
Publisher: Eerdmans Books for Young Readers (@EBYR)
Publication Date: April 18 2014
Source of Book: Review copy from the publisher
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By: Brimful Curiosities,
on 4/21/2011
Getting the kids to bed on time sometimes seems like an impossible task. By the time we eat, finish with the baths, brush teeth and read a few books, it's already time for bed. Then the creative delays begin. "I need a drink of water. I need to say good night to the cat." Both kids have even tried to hide their blankies in an attempt to postpone bedtime. We're pretty firm parents and stall tactics don't work long here, but the minutes still add up and invariably time sneaks by. Author Janet Halfmann, with four kids and four grandkids, knows about all the bedtime tricks. In her newest book, a cute little sea otter tries to delay his bedtime, but eventually he drifts off to sleep. 
Good Night, Little Sea Otter
Book Source: Review copy from publisher
"Then it was bedtime, but Little Sea Otter wasn't ready to sleep."
Against a colorful sunset sky, Little Sea Otter and his mama prepare for bedtime. But before he falls asleep, Little Sea Otter must say goodnight to all the creatures above and below the ocean. First he speaks to the harbor seals, sea lions and a seagull and then he dips his head below water and wishes fish, sea urchins and others a good night. As the stars twinkle above and the sea sings a soft lullaby, Little Sea Otter says his final "Good Night" while his mom wraps them both in ribbons of kelp, anchoring them safely for the evening.
Reading this gentle and sweet story to a child is the perfect way to end the day. Little Sea Otter's pleasant waves of goodbyes, one after one, will relax and comfort readers like the murmur of sea waves. Wish Williams surrounds Little Sea Otter in a dreamy rainbow of sea colors. At one point, kids get a chance to point out orange, yellow and purple fish. His illustrations provide a lovely backdrop for the story. The beautiful sunset sky gradually darkens and eventually stars appear. The sea looks quiet and calm. I especially love that Janet Halfmann briefly mentions how Sea otters use kelp as anchors while sleeping. The brief educational moments paired with images of the adorable mama and baby sea otter make this a worthwhile and enjoyable bedtime read perfect for toddlers to early elementary-aged children.
Related Links:
Janet Halfmann - Author Website
Sea Otter Facts, Video and Sound on Defenders.org
By: Becky,
on 8/7/2010
Time for Bed. Mem Fox. Illustrated by Jane Dyer. 1993/2010. Houghton Mifflin Harcourt. 28 pages.
It's time for bed, little mouse, little mouse,Time for Bed is bedtime book. I like the rhythm of this one. The sweet and gentle rhymes. Each spread features a different animal. I wasn't so found of the snake. But, for the most part, I liked this one.
Darkness is falling all over the house.
It's time for bed, little goose, little goose,
The stars are out and on the loose.
It's time for bed, little cat, little cat,
So snuggle in tight, that's right, like that.
Now THAT, is CUTE!! We love bubble wrap printing and that is a really nice way to do it!! It is SO going in "Water Get Crafty" On the 1st May
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I love the craft you did!! How creative!
Another book that looks cute is:
ANNA & NATALIE
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What a wonderful otter craft! Thanks so much for your review and for hosting this giveaway. Happy Dreams to All!
Fur and Feathers looks like it would be a great book.
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P.S. The craft is great. I love otters...they have river otters at the Knoxville Zoo in TN.
Only one book? Hmmm :) I think the permanent favorite in this house is What Do People Do All Day by Richard Scarry. The otter craft looks great. And I am intrigued by the title "Anna and Natalie" that someone recommended :)
I love the effect of bubble wrap printing! So simple yet striking. Thanks so much for linking up to It's Playtime!
Fur and Feathers look cute!
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The pictures in this book are GORGEOUS! Also, I really like how you made the water with the bubble wrap paper- again, why do we EVER throw anything away when you KNOW we will somehow use it in a craft with the kiddos?
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Fur and Feathers would be great too!
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Didn't even realize this was a giveaway, just loved seeing your post about Good Night Little Sea Otter. We recently found a book called Otter Play at the library, which my son just loves. I haven't found Good Night..Otter at our library yet :(
So, I think the books I like would be a tie between GIDEON and OH NO, WOOLY BEAR.
Thanks for this giveaway!
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I would also love to have Fur and Feathers.
Your craft is adorable by the way!
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Little Skinks Tail for sure! Although they all look adorable.
I love the otter picture- even my 7 yo would have fun with that.
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It's not necessary to leave your email information so long as I can find it somewhere on your blog or in your blogger profile. Thanks everyone for all the comments!
I'd also love to read Fur and Feathers.
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love the sea otter picture your son made. they are some of my favourite creatures, in fact I am writing a story about one now. Love how you added some craft to the story.
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I went to Janet's website and I found another book I think my preschool class would love: Star of the Sea.
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I'd also love to read The Cats of Mrs. Calamari
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There are times JDaniel says he isn't ready to sleep. I will have to encourage him to take time to say good night to all the toys in his bed. That should take awhile.
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Twilight Hunt looks pretty.
I love this idea for your craft, it looks like so much fun.
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love to read---URBAN ANIMALS
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Great re-purposing of bubble wrap! The illustrations of the book really look beautiful. From the website I think B would enjoy Plant Tricksters - it's a little above his age range but he would think it was so cool!
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i'd love to read Yum Yum
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It is a terrific little book
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Fur and Feathers looks great.
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