Baby Bedtime

Perhaps the perfect children’s bedtime book, Goodnight Moon is a short poem of goodnight wishes from a young rabbit preparing for–or attempting to postpone–his own slumber. He says goodnight to every object in sight and within earshot, including the "quiet old lady whispering hush." Clement Hurd’s illustrations are simple and effective, alternating between small ink drawings and wide, brightly colored views of the little rabbit’s room. Finding all of the items mentioned throughout the book within the pictures is a good bedtime activity–a reappearing little mouse is particularly pesky. By the end of the little rabbit’s goodnight poem, the story has quieted to a whisper, and the drawings have darkened with nightfall. As you turn the last page, you can expect a sleepy smile and at least a yawn or two. (Picture book) more details

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GOOD NIGHT GORILLA (Written and illustrated by Peggy Rathmann Narrated by Anthony Edwards) The zookeeper is making his nightly rounds. He never suspects that one furry friend is making mischief along the way.HOW DO DINOSAURS SAY GOOD NIGHT? (By Jane Yolen Illustrated by Mark Teague Music composed by Jerry Dale McFadden) Even dinosaurs make a fuss before bedtime. Can their Mommies and Daddies ever get them to bed?HAPPY BIRTHDAY MOON (Written and illustrated by Frank Asch Music composed by Ernest V. Troost) This little bear won t sleep much tonight. He and the moon are too busy wishing each other happy birthday.THE NAPPING HOUSE (By Audrey Wood Illustrated by Don Wood Music composed by Ernest V. Troost) Granny and all the critters in her house pile on her bed for a nap…until a little flea has a big surprise.SPECIAL FEATURES3 Full-Length Bonus Stories Exclusive to DVD: The Paperboy Adapted from the Caldecott Honor Book by Dav Pilkey Narrated by Forest Whitaker Patrick by Quentin Blake The Hat by Tomi Ungerer; Read Along; Interactive Menus; Story Selection System Requirements:
Running Time 51 Min Format: DVD MOVIE

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"Goodnight, Max," says Max’s sister Ruby. But Max can’t get comfortable. First he spills a glass of water. Then there are all those itchy cookie crumbs in his bed…and the moon shining through his window. Will poor Max ever fall asleep? Rosemary Wells‘ beloved Max and Ruby are back in an irresistibly touchable book that is also a satisfying bedtime story. Toddlers won’t be able to resist all the tactile elements–fourteen tempting things to touch, move, even smell–while a gently humorous story makes this the perfect book for bedtime, naptime, or anytime! more details

About the Author
Rosemary Wells is the highly acclaimed author of more than sixty books for children.

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All children want reassurance that their parents’ love runs wide and deep. In Guess How Much I Love You, a young rabbit named Little Nutbrown Hare thinks he’s found a way to measure the boundaries of love. In a heartwarming twist on the "I-can-do-anything-you-can-do-better" theme, Little Nutbrown Hare goes through a series of declarations regarding the breadth of his love for Big Nutbrown Hare. But even when his feelings stretch as long as his arms, or as high as his hops, Little Nutbrown Hare is fondly one-upped by the elder rabbit’s more expansive love.

Anita Jeram’s illustrations are bound to elicit an "aw" from even the sternest of readers; these loving rabbits are expressive, endearing, and never cloying. In turn, Sam McBratney tells a simple bedtime story of sweet familial love with humor, insight, and a delightful surprise at the end. Children and parents will love snuggling up for this one–a treat to be read again and again, just before the lights are turned out. more details

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2005 NAPPA (National Parenting Publications Association) award winner, ‘Dream the
Ocean Blue: Musical Images for Bedtime’ is a calming, gentle, and soothing musical experience that will help children transition into a relaxing and peaceful sleep. Inspired by the innocence, purity, and free spirit of children, the album is dedicated to children of all nations, worlds, and time. Each of the 19 tracks is accompanied by poems and vignettes written by the artist (except #4 and #14 which have accompanying lyrics) to give both parent and child a dreamy and blissful storytelling experience.

The John Wood Revue (www.kidzmusic.com-2005 Music Reviews from July through December)
"Gentle, drifting, peaceful, original piano pieces perfect for bedtime and as a musical backdrop for story time" —John Wood, Kidzmusic.com

VegetarianBaby.com, September 2005 (Review by Angela Elliot)
"…[Jennifer’s] love for children and our precious planet comes through…love and warmth envelop me when I listen…"

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