When Sheep Sleep

Numeroff, Laura. When Sheep Sleep; Illustrated by David McPhail. Abrams Books for Young Readers, 2006. ISBN 0-8109-5469-9 $15.95. Ages 3-7.

Numeroff describes the wonderful imagination of a child when he or she is unable to fall asleep. When Sheep Sleep is different from the other books that Numeroff has written; it is more peaceful without a whole lot of action. The result is a very soothing night time story for young children. McPhail's colors are very warm, and the pictures help expand the story. This book is meant for a young child, thus the font is large and the pictures are also close up. McPahail creates a fantastic image of what goes on when a child is trying to sleep.

Nikole Kosier, BGSU student