Dozy Bear and the Secret of Sleep

Author: Blackburn, Katie

Edition: Illustrated

Features:

• HARPERCOLLINS

Format: Illustrated

Number Of Pages: 32

Details:

For fans of the bestselling phenomenon The Rabbit Who Wants to Fall Asleep, Katie Blackburn’s Dozy Bear and the Secret of Sleep is an innovative, beautiful, and rhythmic picture book about a little bear named Dozy who wanted to sleep but didn’t know how… Combining proven sleep and relaxation techniques with Richard Smythe’s gorgeous, dreamlike illustrations, this is the perfect companion for any parent who wants to turn naptime or bedtime into a calming experience. From School Library Journal PreS-K—Dozy Bear doesn't know how to go to sleep. Mama, Papa, Nana, and Grampy Bear help Dozy find slumber by teaching him to listen to the quiet sounds of the night and by showing him how to practice deep breathing. Meant to be read aloud, the text uses unspecified "tried-and-true techniques" to teach children how to fall asleep. A lot of the success of this selection may depend upon the tone and cadence of readers' voices. The rhythmic language and the repetition and emphasis of certain words create a tranquil mood. Words such as heavy, cozy, settled, and snuggled encourage body awareness and mindfulness. The mellow illustrations reinforce the text's gentle progression toward sleep as they transition from the warm colors of sunset into the soft and cool hues of night. Children will appreciate Dozy Bear and his forest friends. Parents whose children struggle to fall asleep may benefit from integrating this story into the bedtime routine. Outside of naptime and bedtime, the title may lack the versatility necessary for general classroom and library use. VERDICT An optional purchase for library collections that already include soothing bedtime tales.—Alyssa Annico, Youngstown State University, OH

Reviews:

“Plenty of anticipated repetition and interaction lace Blackburn’s inviting and almost hypnotizing narrative....A soothing story for little ones with difficulties settling down for the night.” -- Booklist

“The mellow illustrations reinforce the text’s gentle progression toward sleep as they transition from the warm colors of sunset into the soft and cool hues of night....parents whose children struggle to fall asleep may benefit from integrating this story into the bedtime routine.” -- School Library Journal From the Back Cover Now, are you all snuggled up and ready for bed? I’m going to tell you a story about a little bear called Dozy, who wanted to sleep but didn’t know how. . . . With rhythmic text and soothing illustrations, this calming story from Katie Blackburn and Richard Smythe uses tried-and-true techniques to help both adult and child relax.

About the Author:

Katie Blackburn is the author of Where the Wild Moms Are, a humorous homage to the children’s bestseller Where the Wild Things Are by Maurice Sendak. Katie lives in London with her husband and young child. Dozy Bear and the Secret of Sleep is her first children’s book. Richard Smythe received his master of fine arts degree in illustration in 2010 and has since been working for a variety of clients internationally. His favorite subject to illustrate is animals, and he loves inventing characters and telling stories. You can visit him at www.richard-smythe.co.uk....

EAN: 9780062564269

Release Date: 28-03-2017

Languages: English

Item Condition: New

Binding: Hardcover