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Go to Sleep, Groundhog!

by Judy Cox

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ISBN13: 9780823418749
ISBN10: 082341874x
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It's autumn and time for Groundhog to sleep until Groundhog Day, but he cannot fall asleep. Maybe a little walk will make him sleepy. When he steps outside his burrow, he's in for some surprises. After all his nocturnal wanderings, will Groundhog be able to wake up for his big day?

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"A restless groundhog toys with the idea of timing in this perky look at the February 2 tradition (and also offers a wink at those who like to postpone bedtime). Cox's (Cool Cat, School Cat) critter has trouble following the protocol. Instead of slipping into his usual long slumber, Groundhog feels restless and gets up several times — at 'half-past' October, November and December — and observes, for the very first time, all the other holiday celebrations that typically take place while he hibernates. Following each outing, he's coaxed back to bed by well-meaning friends. Kids will enjoy being in on the joke here, as they recognize symbols of Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas on the appropriate spreads. Meisel (Zara's Hats) seems to revel in decorating his crisp acrylics with all the trimmings for the various fetes. Thanks to a simple, repetitive story structure and a cheery design that includes brisk autumn tones and some small panels, trick-or-treaters, turkeys and Santa Claus all seem right at home in the same story. Does this groundhog see his shadow? Only readers know. An author's note provides further details about Groundhog Day. Ages 4-8. (Sept.)" Publishers Weekly (Copyright 2004 Reed Business Information, Inc.)
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mauxier, January 26, 2010 (view all comments by mauxier)
This is a favorite picture book at our house. Groundhog just can't get to sleep, tries different things to make him sleepy and encounters many new characters he's never seen before. The pictures are very cute with lots of detail. The text is simple yet expansive, with an explanation of Groundhog's Day at the end. A wonderful book even an adult doesn't mind reading aloud over and over again.
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Kory Gott, January 18, 2010 (view all comments by Kory Gott)
A wonderfully crafted tale by Judy Cox. "Go to Sleep Groundhog" gets my vote to win the Puddly Award!
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just4sidni, January 17, 2010 (view all comments by just4sidni)
Fun book, any time of year!
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Product Details

ISBN:
9780823418749
Author:
Meisel, Paul
Publisher:
Holiday House
Illustrator:
Meisel, Paul
Subject:
General
Subject:
Children's 4-8 - Picturebooks
Subject:
Holidays & Festivals - General
Subject:
Animals - Mammals
Subject:
Holidays & Celebrations - General
Subject:
Holidays
Subject:
Groundhog Day
Subject:
Woodchuck
Subject:
Children s-General
Publication Date:
20040931
Binding:
TRADE PAPER
Language:
English
Illustrations:
YES
Pages:
28
Dimensions:
10.94x8.32x.10 in. .32 lbs.
Children's Book Type:
Picture / Wordless
Age Level:
04-08
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Product details 28 pages Holiday House - English 9780823418749 Reviews:
"Publishers Weekly Review" by , "A restless groundhog toys with the idea of timing in this perky look at the February 2 tradition (and also offers a wink at those who like to postpone bedtime). Cox's (Cool Cat, School Cat) critter has trouble following the protocol. Instead of slipping into his usual long slumber, Groundhog feels restless and gets up several times — at 'half-past' October, November and December — and observes, for the very first time, all the other holiday celebrations that typically take place while he hibernates. Following each outing, he's coaxed back to bed by well-meaning friends. Kids will enjoy being in on the joke here, as they recognize symbols of Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas on the appropriate spreads. Meisel (Zara's Hats) seems to revel in decorating his crisp acrylics with all the trimmings for the various fetes. Thanks to a simple, repetitive story structure and a cheery design that includes brisk autumn tones and some small panels, trick-or-treaters, turkeys and Santa Claus all seem right at home in the same story. Does this groundhog see his shadow? Only readers know. An author's note provides further details about Groundhog Day. Ages 4-8. (Sept.)" Publishers Weekly (Copyright 2004 Reed Business Information, Inc.)
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