Synopsis
It is a hot summer day, and Bear's eyes are droopy.
But . . .
BZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZ
pesky bugs are buzzing here and there and everywhere.
What is a sleepy little bear to do?
He could try a growl.
GRRRRRR!
He could try a roar.
ROAR!
He could try swimming and climbing and hiding and running . . .
oh, dear!
It's a hot summer day, and now Bear really needs a rest. Help!
Children's Literature
It is a hot summer day, and Bear is feeling drowsy. So the little guy tries to crawl into his den and catch a few winks. But just as he is ready to drop off, pesky bugs bother him, right in his lair! Then they keep bugging him here, there and everywhere. Kids and adults will enjoy this charming hardcover picture book that details, in rhyme, our fuzzy hero's quest for an afternoon nap. The bouncy rhymes keep a lively read-aloud rhythm, and employ just the right amount of alliteration. The illustrations are summer-sunny, depicting the funny story's action with great expression—especially the expressions on Sleepyhead Bear's face! There are plenty of other fuzzy woodland creatures sprinkled throughout the book's pages, plus all kinds of busy, buzzing bugs. Lots for the younger readers to look for as they listen to the words. My only disappointment was in the typestyle chosen for the book. While large and easy-to-read, it seemed a bit formal and old-fashioned next to the happy-go-lucky depiction of the story's humorous action. Overall, this is a good choice for reading aloud to the preschool crowd at home or in school.