A colorful riot of a bedtime story about sleepy people and animals napping in a cozy bed. Full-color illustrations throughout. "Booklist" Editors' Choice; Golden Kite Award; IRA/CBC Children's Choice; NCTE Teachers' Choice; "New York Times" Best Illustrated Children's Book of the...

A colorful riot of a bedtime story about sleepy people and animals napping in a cozy bed. Full-color illustrations throughout. "Booklist" Editors' Choice; Golden Kite Award; IRA/CBC Children's Choice; NCTE Teachers' Choice; "New York Times" Best Illustrated Children's Book of the Year.

** The classic silly cumulative tale that's perfect for bedtime, naptime...anytime!**

In the napping house is a cozy bed piled high with a snoring granny, a dreaming child, a dozing dog, a snoozing cat, and a slumbering mouse. What could be more comfy?

All is at peace until a wakeful flea crawls into the mix. One beastly bite from him and the entire pyramid of sleepers might topple. Is he getting ready to nibble?

Humorous and inviting, this story encourages young kids to read along--and make predictions.