Lynne Rickards Jack’s Bed; illus. by Rosalind Beardshaw. 48 pp/Crabtree Publishing 2006 ISBN 0-7787-1028-9 $14.97 (Preschool)
In her picture book debut, Rickards tells a whimsical tale of a boy named Jack and his adventures with his bed. From being scared of the mystical creatures that appear on his wall to having make believe fun, this tale teaches a few interesting lessons. The story stays true to its fiction classification as Jack weaves his imagination through the pages. Preschool children will easily relate as Jack drags his feet when it comes to bedtime, struggles with his nighttime fears that can only be put to rest in the safety of his parents’ bed, and ultimately discovers his creative mind that turns his bed into a wonderland of adventure. Among the short, choppy sentences lies a blanket of color brushed across each page. Through these words and vivid images, this creatively concocted book brings a sense of fun to something as simple as a bed.
Lindsay Jacobs, BGSU student
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