Can't You Sleep, Little Bear?
by Martin Waddell, illustrated by Barbara Firth
Interest age: 3+
Reading age: 6+
Published by Walker Books, 2013
About this book
Little Bear just can't get to sleep because he is afraid of the dark. Big Bear is patient and brings bigger and bigger lanterns to keep away the darkness. Still Little Bear is afraid, so Big Bear takes him outside to see the moon and the stars. Finally, cuddled up in Big Bear's arms, Little Bear goes to sleep, allowing Big Bear to finish reading his book. This is a timeless classic, pictures and text beautifully complementing each other. Ideal for parents and children together or for the classroom.
About the author
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