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The Practically Perfect Pajamas

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This author's first book is perfect for reading aloud to children of all ages. My 4 year old loves it as much as my 9 year old. The illustrations are so captivating that a nonreader will enjoy 'reading' this book as much as a reader. The plot is creative and entertaining. Its gentle message is a lesson everyone needs to learn.

We heard that one of the pajamas pictured in the book actually belongs to the author's wife. Which pair do you think are hers? We'll never tell!

Message to the author; more Percy stories please.

You will enjoy this book, we did !

I was a substitute librarian at an elementary school and read this book to a class of second graders. They were mesmerized by the story and actually cheered at the end. I'm ordering a copy for myself for my own library and to carry along with me as I substitute teach.

Ever since I first saw the pictures hanging in our 8th grade classroom I knew that someone with a lot of talent would be showing us a book. I never thought you could have great pictures and storyline in the same book. This is a great book for everyone who like polar bears w/ funky pj's or not. I thought it was very interesting and you should try reading this book.

Practically Perfect Pajamas tells a beautiful story of a bear, Percy, whose sense of individual worth (and choice of style in pajamas!) becomes confused by the opinions of others. An arctic fox befriends Percy and helps him understand that personal value goes beyond what clothes one wears...goes beyond such superficial issues. A well-illustrated book that tells an important story in an entertaining way.

A "perfect" cold weather story. What better way to start a unit or theme on polar bears with the reading of this great Erin Brooks book. You can expand in many directions: cold weather, artic regions, problem solving and friendship. I'm in the process of exploring the cold weather theme with my first graders now. Thank you and I hope to see more Percy stories in the future. This would be good author studies group.

Brooks's brilliantly illustrated story about Percy, a polar bear, and his colorful pajamas provides a clear and persuasive ethical lesson for young readers. Resisting peer pressure, Percy discovers what it takes to be an individual, and in the process of establishing his own identity, he gains the respect of others, too. Brooks's true-to-life arctic saga, with its detailed and colorful pictures, gives good pleasure and important moral insight. Very highly recommended for readers of all ages.

The bright colors, lovable looking polar bear, and the message will surely grab every child's attention. I am recommending it to all my friend's with grandchildren.

The story of Percy is a wonderful example of being your own person. It is a great story for every youngster and even adults too. The illustrations are very well done. A must buy!