Dewdney's authorial debut is an uproariously funny tale detailing
the true events that occur between lights out and when a wee one
actually falls asleep. Feeling bereft after his mother leaves the
room, little Llama soon calls down for a drink of water. What
happens between that moment and his mom's arrival is a treat for
seasoned parents and a eureka moment for young readers. With
unerring accuracy, Dewdney perfectly captures the existential,
pint-sized angst little ones experience after they are tucked in
for the night. With dead-on comic timing, Dewdney's snappy verses
convey the juxtaposition of little Llama's escalating anxiety and
Mama's last minute efforts to get something done before heading
back up to the room. The full-color, full-bleed illustrations are
an intrinsic part of why this tale works so well. The combination
of little Llama's expressions with the ever-darkening hues expertly
capture his growing concerns. When Llama's worries reach their
climactic peak, Mama's sensible but sensitive response soothes both
her ruffled baby and young readers alike. Dewdney's tale is bound
to become a comical classic oft-requested at bedtime. (Picture
book. 3-7) (Kirkus Reviews)
"Llama, Llama red pajama"
"waiting, waiting for his mama."
"Mama isn't coming yet."
"Baby Llama starts to fret."
In this infectious rhyming read-aloud, Baby Llama turns bedtime
into an all-out llama drama Tucked into bed by his mama, Baby Llama
immediately starts worrying when she goes downstairs, and his soft
whimpers turn to hollers when she doesn't come right back. But just
in time, Mama returns to set things right. Children will relate to
Baby Llama's need for comfort, as much as parents will appreciate
Mama Llama's reassuring message. Watch a Video
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