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Synopsis
Someone's ready for bed, but it's going to take a long, long time to say goodnight!
Echoing the loving goodnight rituals that will be familiar to many a parent and child, Andrew Daddo's gentle text, with softly hued illustrations by Emma Quay, is just the thing for coaxing an active toddler to sleep.
Children's Literature
A young orangutan prolongs his bedtime ritual by telling his body parts "Goodnight." He adds a note of gratitude or explanation for each one. His feet have run him around all day. His knees hold his legs together. Legs help him jump. His tummy is quiet. No more rumbles till morning. His bottom quits wriggling, but his chest keeps breathing. His hands, arms, and neck relax. When he gets to his head, he closes his ears and turns off his sense of smell. He says one last "goodnight" and quiets his mouth. Then he closes his eyes and anticipates his dreams. The large, softly colored illustrations feature an orangish-brown orangutan in a light blue nightshirt celebrating the parts of his body as he prepares for peaceful rest. A good bedtime choice for young children. Reviewer: Phyllis Kennemer, Ph.D.