It’s time once again for Nonna’s Corner where I share books reviewed by myself and my grandchildren affectionately referred to as the Royals. Today we have a silly bedtime story called, Don’t Blink! written by Amy Krouse Rosenthal and illustrated by David Roberts. Grab a cup of joe and enjoy!
by Amy Krouse Rosenthal
Genres: Childrens
Pages: 40
Source: Publisher
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This interactive book may seem to be on your side, reluctant sleeper -- but it's truly a bedtime book in disguise! New from New York Times bestselling author and illustrator Amy Krouse Rosenthal and David Roberts!
Here's how it works: if you can avoid getting to the end of this book, you can avoid bedtime, simple as that. (It's a pretty sweet deal, actually.) But each time you blink, you have to turn a page. Those are just the rules. So whatever you do, DON'T BLINK!
From New York Times bestselling author and illustrator Amy Krouse Rosenthal and David Roberts comes a playful, super-duper interactive bedtime story, narrated by a cheeky stuffed owl. Kids love a challenge, and you can bet they'll do their darndest to rise to the one set out in Don't Blink!...especially when bedtime is on the line!
Don’t Blink! written by Amy Krouse Rosenthal and illustrated by David Roberts shares a bedtime story that encourages the listener or reader to interact. This was a fun story that the Royals enjoyed. The story is narrated by a stuffed owl who tells the reader/listener that each time they blink they must turn the page. The book is primarily in black and white with a few colorful pages. The illutations are simple and comforting. The language and words are fun with talks of Holy Pillow Puffs and wiggly font and sentences. It’s a cute story that is loads of fun but also designed to prepare your young ones for sleep. Giggles and relaxation occurred as Sophia tried not to blink, counted feet and stared at swirling circles. As we read we tried not to blink, laughed when we did, stared at each other until we giggled and got dizzy looking at optical illusions. While Clayton was too young to fully appreciate the story, he certainly thought his sister and I were funny.
- Age Range: 3 – 7 years
- Grade Level: Preschool – 2
About Kimberly
Kimberly is a coffee loving book addict who reads and listens to fictional stories in all genres. Whovian, Ravenclaw, Howler and proud Nonna. She owns and manages Caffeinated PR. The coffee is always on and she is ready to chat. Twitter | Facebook | Instagram
Jennrenee
This looks adorble and Finn I will need to get this for Finn. Love the graphics.
Kimberly
I hope you all have fun reading it 🙂
Mary @StackingMyBookShelves!
How adorable is this one. I love it. We have had a death in the family and well, I just don’t feel like coming on line. This is the first day and I picked this review just cause it was so darn cute I had to. I hope all is well.
Mary
Kimberly
I am so sorry for your loss Mary and completely understand the need to unplug. {{hugs}}
RO
This just sounds so adorable! I really love that you post these. Hugs…RO
Kimberly
Thanks Ro! Have a lovely weekend 🙂
ShootingStarsMag
Aw, sounds like a really cute book, and I could see it making me tired. LOL I’m glad Sophia really enjoyed it.
Kimberly
Thanks, Lauren, it really is a cute story.
Angela Adams
Love it! Thanks for sharing!!!
Kimberly
You are welcome Angela 🙂
Laura@Library of Clean Reads
What a fun book! And I love the whole interactive concept of blinking. Simple things in life that make us happy.
Kimberly
It was a cute story, Laura.
kindlemom1
So cute! I love those illustrations.
Kimberly
Thanks, Ali 🙂
Berls
Too cute! Now did she get sleepy? lol! Definitely one I could see wanting to have on my shelves if I had little ones at home.
Kimberly
It was cute and yes she fell asleep shortly thereafter 🙂
Cindy
Adorable and I love all the graphics! Thanks for sharing!
Kimberly
Happy to share Cindy 🙂