This Is Not a Sleepy Bear Book

PreS-Gr 1–In a new book from Gehrlein (The Book of Rules), Owl is ready to help Bear get ready for a long nap but there are all sorts of rowdy shenanigans going on, from a concert to a surprise party. While Bear seems tickled, Owl is displeased that things aren’t going according to plan. Eventually Owl comes around and enjoys one last bash before settling down, with Bear’s help, for a nap. Illustrations are colorful with expressive characters; they show Bear’s absolute glee at each new disruption and Owl’s sourpatch personality throughout (though Owl finally warms up to the animals’ celebration). Movement within the illustrations is evident also, as it dynamically depicts and brings in the winter weather and demonstrates the exuberance of the characters. Text is used expressively with different typefaces, sizes, and placement showing flow and enthusiasm.