Perfect for fans of The Runaway Bunny, this children's bedtime story is filled with baby animals and their mothers: an otter tucks her little one into a kelp forest bed; a family of brown bears snuggle all through the winter; a humpback whale sings a song to soothe her calf. Lovingly illustrated and lyrically written, I Would Tuck You In is written and illustrated by husband-and-wife author and artist team Mitchell Watley and Sarah Asper-Smith.
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17 of 17 people found the following review helpful.
"DELIGHTFUL, HEARTWARMING, ENTERTAINING!"
By Geraldine Ahearn
Sarah Asper Smith delivers a refreshing, comforting, and fascinating children's book that will delight toddlers as she introduces Alaskan mother animals and their babies to the little minds that are filled with curiosity. This amazing book will draw the child's attention to the different animals with colorful illustrations that come to life. In addition, the author includes animal facts, and shows how mother and baby bond. Different animals are introduced as the child learns about wildlife, and how a mother cares for her young. The lifelike photos are stunning, and a few of the animals include bears, owls, and whales. The breathtaking photos of our northern region will interest the child, encouraging them to ask questions and give their feedback. This intriguing children's book entertains from beginning to end, while teaching the child about love, and caring. Educational, captivating and highly recommended for toddlers, teachers, and parents of young children!
8 of 9 people found the following review helpful.Very special
By AB
This book is a delight. The words and the drawings go perfectly together. I plan to put this book in baby shower gift baskets, as well ascopies for all the small children I know.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful.A great read for ALL generations
By Skye65
I Would Tuck You In is satisfying to both reader and read-to child on several levels: the closeness of parent and child is evidenced over and over as the author describes the bonding habits of many animal species. She also "footnotes" many little facts that tie in with each parent-child bonding activity, and these make great points of departure for discussion during or after the reading session. Significantly the illustrations are amazing: beautifully drawn, they are close enough to reality to ensure the truth of each animal's bonding activity and richly colored and simple enough for even the youngest tot to identify. The text and its message are clear to children, especially from ages 2 and up and are endearing to adults of all ages. This book is fast becoming a great favorite in my family.
