Bedtime for Frances
“Bedtime for Frances” by Russell Hoban is a charming illustrated edition published by Harper Collins on September 29, 1995. This 32-page book introduces readers to Frances, a little badger who cleverly postpones her bedtime with a series of endearing requests and concerns about nighttime fears. The story captures the familiar rituals of going to bed, enhanced by the warmth of Garth Williams’s original artwork, which adds a delightful visual element to the narrative.
In this engaging tale, readers will find Frances navigating her bedtime routine, filled with humor and relatable anxieties about tigers, giants, and the sounds of the night. The book explores themes of family and the comforting aspects of bedtime, making it a delightful read for children and parents alike. With its gentle storytelling and rich illustrations, “Bedtime for Frances” remains a timeless addition to any child’s library, perfect for easing the transition to sleep.
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Famed for her many adventures, Frances made her debut with this title over thirty years ago. In this first Frances book, the little badger adroitly delays her bedtime with requests for kisses and milk, and concerns over tigers and giants and things going bump in the night. Long a favorite for the gentle humor of its familiar going to bed ritual, Bedtime for Frances is at last available with the warmth of full color enriching Garth Williams’s original nuanced and touching art. ‘Here is the coziest, most beguiling bedtime story in many a day.’—Kirkus Reviews (pointer).
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