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The Going-To-Bed Book (Board book)

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For a little one who is reluctant to go to bed, sometimes a silly book is just the ticket. And when it comes to silly books, Sandra Boynton is the undisputed queen. In The Going to Bed Book, an ark full of animals watches the sun go down and then prepares for bed. They take a bath ("in one big tub"), find pajamas, brush their teeth, do exercises up on deck (imagine an elephant jumping rope, a moose lifting weights, and a pig doing handstands), and finally say good night.
The moon is high. The sea is deep.
They rock
and rock
and rock
to sleep.
Boynton's inimitable animal characters have graced the pages of scads of picture books over the years. She has an extraordinary knack for knowing what appeals to small children: simple rhymes, goofy animals in goofy settings, and sweet, comforting stories. This book, along with her many other board-book titles (Moo, Baa, La La La!, But Not the Hippopotamus, and others) will surely remain a favorite. (Baby to preschool) --Emilie Coulter

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Serious silliness for all ages. Artist Sandra Boynton is back and better than ever with completely redrawn versions of her multi-million selling board books. These whimsical and hilarious books, featuring nontraditional texts and her famous animal characters, have been printed on thick board pages, and are sure to educate and entertain children of all ages.
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  • Reading level: Baby-Preschool
  • Board book: 14 pages
  • Publisher: Little Simon; Revised edition (November 30, 1982)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0671449028
  • ISBN-13: 978-0671449025
  • Product Dimensions: 5.7 x 5.6 x 0.5 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (216 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #418 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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105 of 107 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Calming Book for Bedtime, But Also Funny and Engaging!, November 17, 2000
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Sandra Boynton's colorful board book is a bedtime treat! An assortment of expressive animals gets ready for bed aboard a giant boat. Boynton amusingly shows then bathing, dressing, brushing teeth ("With some on top and some beneath, they brush and brush and brush their teeth."), and exercising together.

It closes with the animals settling down for the night: "They rock and rock and rock to sleep." Graced by Boynton's well-known illustrations and rhythmic, lullabye-like poetry, this is a great book for infants and toddlers alike. It's one of those books you'll keep long after the kid(s) grow up.

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96 of 98 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars A lovely MEMORY maker!, September 5, 2000
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Tonight while surfing through amazon I stumbled upon Sandra Boynton. Remembering how fond my children were of her board books when they were toddlers, I read a few of the reviews. I laughed and cried thinking about how frequently "The Going To Bed Book" was read in our household and how IMPORTANT it became in our bedtime ritual. Out of curiosity I pulled the old book from our library shelves and went to my kids, now 15, 12 and 9 and began to recite a few lines. *NOTE - I didn't actually NEED the book in order to do this. To my delight each of them perked up, smiled and began to chant the lines right along with me. They remembered the characters, the words, the way we used to read the story. You see, for them the memories of this book are wonderful as well!

Sandra Boynton is gifted at coupling wonderful, readable verse with delightful illustration. Don't miss this book and don't hesitiate to purchase others from her collection. We have HUNDREDS of read aloud childrens books in this house. This ranks right up there with the absolute favorites and should be IMHO amongst the first books read to a cherished babe.

P.S. Don't miss "Doggies" either! If you read this one with FEELING they'll be begging for it time and again!

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5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent, December 6, 1999
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After reading all of the positive reviews here, I decided to order this book for my two year old son, who loves to read. I must admit, I probably would never have picked it out, but my son absolutely loves it! Everytime we finish reading it, he says, "Mommy, read again." I recommend it to anyone who has a little reader at home.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book for Bedtime
My little guy loves this book at bedtime. He is twelve months now and it remains one of his favorites along with moo ba la la la and Not the hippopotamus. Read more
Published 1 month ago by L. Carrington

5.0 out of 5 stars A bedtime essential!
Its hard to believe in one so young,but my 6-month old loves this book.We have read it almost every night since he was a few weeks old. Read more
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3.0 out of 5 stars Thanks
Book came quickly and in great condition! Not much to it though. Thank you!
Published 1 month ago by Angela Foust

3.0 out of 5 stars An OK book
This book seems like it was written in about 10 minutes. She has much better books that are fun to read including Pajama Time- which is hundred times better than this one.
Published 1 month ago by Ebru Giritligil

5.0 out of 5 stars Very Pleased
I received the item in condition described and my son really likes the book. I enjoy reading it to him before bed at night.
Published 2 months ago by Amy Dahlin

5.0 out of 5 stars Going to Bed: Then and Now
When I was a toddler I requested my parents read me this book so often that they actually had to hide the book! Read more
Published 2 months ago by Katie

5.0 out of 5 stars My baby Love it!!!!
I think that this book it's an excellent way to babies learn.I love Sandra Boynton books!!!
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5.0 out of 5 stars A True Children's Bedtime Story
Reading to your child every night may, at times, pose to be a challenge. So finding the right books that will enagage them is vital. Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars BEDTIME FAVORITE
The Going to Bed Book by Sandra Boynton is a bedtime favorite in our household. My daughters (4 yrs. & 2.5 yrs) enthusiastically recite the story along with me as I read! Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect for setting the bedtime routine
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