Synopses & Reviews
Review
The expressive watercolor illustrations are full of humor, the warm colors and peaceful feeling of Granny's house contrast nicely with the blues and greens of Small's terrified nighttime odyssey. . . .This is a comforting bedtime story, resolved nicely at the end with Small and Tom together again, tucked in bed and smiling sleepily.
Review
"This is a comforting bedtime story, resolved nicely at the end with Small and Tom together again, tucked in bed and smiling sleepily." School Library Journal
This story hones in nicely on a common occurance in a child's life that doesn't always end with such happy results. Vulliamy's artwork, reminiscent of Shirely Hughes', is as much fun in its realistic moments as it is during Small's fantastic adventure.
Booklist, ALA
Review
'\"This is a comforting bedtime story, resolved nicely at the end with Small and Tom together again, tucked in bed and smiling sleepily.\"'
Synopsis
When Tom goes to stay overnight at Grannys house, he remembers to pack everything . . . except his favorite toy, Small. Tom cant sleep without Small and imagines him sad and lonely at home. Small cant sleep, either, so he gathers up his courage and climbs out the bedroom window to make his way through the darkness to Grannysand a happy reunion with Tom.
With soft, appealing artwork and an enchanting blend of fantasy and reality, Clara Vulliamy has created a comforting bedtime story about the adventure of a night away from home.
About the Author
Clara Vulliamy's picture books have been published in England. She illustrated Anne Fine's POOR MONTY for Claron (now o.p.). The daughter of acclaimed children's book creator Shirley Hughes, Ms. Vulliamy trained at the Ruskin School and the Royal Academy. She now lives in Twickenham, England, with her husband and their two children, who provide inspiration for her work.