Sleepy Bears - by Mem Fox (Paperback)

About the Book

In winter, bears sleep. But how do you convince six not-so-sleepy bear cubs to go to bed? Mother bear, of course, has found a way. Fox, beloved author of the bestselling "Time for Bed, " will enchant bear cubs of all ages with this tender bedtime story. Full color.

Book Synopsis

Winter is here, and in winter, bears sleep. But how do you convince six not-so-sleepy bear cubs to go to bed? Mother Bear, of course, has found a way--with a cozy rhyme for each of them. Once again, beloved author Mem Fox enchants little ones--and their parents--with a tender bedtime story, irresistibly illustrated by Kerry Argent.

Review Quotes

"With its sweetly varied scenarios, this amiable bedtime book offers a little something for everyone."--Publishers Weekly (starred review)

"Restful, relaxing, rhythmical rhymes to soothe any child at bedtime. Once a night may not be enough to satisfy the listener or the reader."--Bookselling This Week

"A bewitching collection of sleepy time rhymes."--Kirkus Reviews

About the Author

MEM FOX is the beloved author of Koala Lou, Time for Bed, Possum Magic, and The Magic Hat, as well as many other popular books for children. She lives in Adelaide, South Australia.

KERRY ARGENT has illustrated many picture books, including Mem Fox's Wombat Divine and Dinnertime! by Sue Williams. She lives in Adelaide, South Australia.