Pete the Cat and the Bedtime Blues

Reviewed by: Sheila Dube - Springvale Public Library, Springvale, Southern Maine Library District

Review Date: November 17, 2015

Review

After a fun-filled day at the beach, Pete the Cat and his friends do not want the fun to end. They decide to have a sleep over at Pete's house and jump on the patriotic motorized bicycle. On go the pajamas, out with the lights and everyone says "good night". Then each friend in succession does something to keep Pete awake. Pete the cat solves the problem for good by reading everyone his favorite bedtime story. Dean's pen and ink with watercolor and acrylic paint illustrations are done in bright primary colors and have a child-like folk art style. The repetitive text will encourage young story time listeners to participate. Useful for night-time themed story times. The review copy included a "Groovy Door Hanger" inside.

Overall Book Score: good