Are You Ready for Bed?

by Jane Johnson, Gaby Hansen (Illustrator)

Overview

What is it going to take get Little Bunny to bed? In Hansen's honey-toned watercolors, the domestic scenes have the ring of authenticity and the long-eared critters combine just the right amount of cuddly, funny and sweet qualities.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781680105131
Publisher:	Tiger Tales
Publication date:	03/28/2017
Pages:	28
Sales rank:	349,657
Product dimensions:	6.40(w) x 6.60(h) x 0.60(d)
Age Range:	1 - 4 Years

Editorial Reviews

What is it going to take to get Little Bunny to bed? Mrs. Rabbit gamely tries a lullaby, bubble bath and warm milk, but nothing seems to work. Enjoying some rare alone time (as one of four bunny offspring), "He wanted to stay up all night long with his mommy." No sooner does Little Bunny vow that "I'll never be ready for bed" than he bunny-hops himself right into slumberland. In Hansen's (Big Bears Can!) honey-toned watercolors, the domestic scenes have the ring of authenticity and the long-eared critters combine just the right amount of cuddly, funny and sweet qualities. Little Bunny's character is a hybrid of winsomeness and a toddleresque iron will. British author Johnson's punchline won't come as much of a surprise with Little Bunny finally asleep, Mrs. Rabbit utters the words, "Peace and quiet at last" and, as if on cue, another bunny sibling awakens. The tale seems as warm and familiar as a much-beloved blanket. Ages 3-6. (Sept.) Copyright 2002 Cahners Business Information.

Publishers Weekly

PreS-K-Every parent has felt Mrs. Rabbit's exhaustion as she gets her children to sleep only to have the youngest one perk up and need lots of attention before slumbering again. In this well-worn scenario, "Mrs. Rabbit tried warm milk. `Swirly, whirly, creamy white,' she yawned. `Time to cuddle and say `Good night.'" However, only after little bunny hops around a bit does he wear himself out and finally fall asleep just in time for Mrs. Rabbit to hear a second child pipe up. The delightful illustrations rest in a palette of soft blues, reds, and greens on velvety vanilla pages. The engaging characters have warm caramel and butterscotch colored fur. Mother Rabbit's fatigue is evident, and her child's delight in being awake a little longer is equally apparent. A bedtime story with lots of appeal.-Linda M. Kenton, San Rafael Public Library, CA Copyright 2002 Cahners Business Information.

School Library Journal

When her wee bunny is unable to sleep, a mother rabbit calls upon her entire repertoire of soothing tactics to settle her little one down for the night. Awakened by cries of "I can’t sleep," the bleary-eyed mother looks into the sparkling eyes of her youngest offspring and knows she’s in for a rambunctious night. Little Bunny has decided that staying up all night is the best way to get some extra-special Mommy time. From lullabies to warm baths, to even warmer milk, nothing seems to tucker out the tireless pip-squeak. Eventually it is the sheer exuberance of the young bunny that wears him out, as he dozes off mid-hop. Yet, as is the lot of weary parents and caregivers everywhere, the beleaguered Mrs. Rabbit just settles into bed when she hears the now-familiar wail from her next youngest child. Johnson’s tale is simply, sweetly told. Mrs. Rabbit exhibits endless patience and care, enveloping her child with warm, albeit weary, affection. Young readers will readily recognize Mrs. Rabbit’s familiar lullaby and playful rhymes, which are given a bunny twist: "Hush-a-bye bunny on the tree top," and "Rub-a-dub dub, my bunny needs a scrub." Hansen’s gently shaded, soft-pastel illustrations echo the tender loving care of the tale. Her captivating pictures feature an utterly cuddly bunny with an impish glint in his eye and a jaunty tilt to his long floppy ears. Like its energetic protagonist, this winsome tale is hard to resist. (Picture book. 3-5)

Kirkus Reviews

All of her little bunnies tucked in for the night, Mrs. Rabbit settles in for some much-needed peace and quiet. But her youngest bunny has other ideas. He crawls out of bed and goes in search of his mother, claiming he cannot sleep. How can Mrs. Rabbit be angry, when all her littlest bunny wants is to "stay up with his mommy forever?" Mrs. Rabbit patiently tries everything conducive to sleep; a soft lullaby, a bubble bath, and even warm milk. Finally a game of "bunny hops" has the desired effect and Mrs. Rabbit lovingly tucks her precocious little bunny into bed. Exhausted, she crawls in bed herself, only to wake a moment later to the sound of another of her little bunnies wide awake and claiming he cannot go to sleep. The reader knows that she will lull this bunny to sleep, too, with the loving patience only a parent can exhibit. This touching tale charmingly illustrates the special love between a parent and child, and Mrs. Rabbit's gentle mothering epitomizes the fortitude and devotion required to care for children. Children will enjoy the adorable little bunny's antics and the book's playful illustrations. Parents will identify with poor Mrs. Rabbit, and treasure the delightful illustration of the parent-child bond. This will be a favorite bedtime story for children as well as the adults who love them and they will love running their fingers over the textured cover. Reviewer: Bethany Miller Cole

Children's Literature - Bethany Miller Cole