Even Monsters Need to Sleep

Reviewed by: Jan Hamilton - Little Dolphin School, Scarborough, Southern Maine Library District

Review Date: July 7, 2017

Review

Libraries already have many good night books on their shelves but room will need to be made for this picture book. The audience might not be as broad as that for other bedtime stories but this book will fit nicely into book bags for many families. Readers learn that monsters come in all sizes and shapes (some will be familiar) but that each needs a good night's sleep. Chris has provided illustrations that give breath and action to Lisa's humorous text.

Within the illustrations many of Chris’s previous characters are lurking. Mr. Magee, Jack in the Beanstalk, and Hudson make appearances adding some additional fun to the book. Bright bold and detailed monsters are endearing making this a great bedtime selection.

Overall Book Score: very good