Good Night, Gorilla
By Peggy Rathmann
When the zoo closes, who—or what—will be waiting in the keeper’s bedroom?
Genres
What is Good Night, Gorilla about?
As the zoo keeper makes his rounds, he wishes each animal good night and locks up for bedtime. But Gorilla has other plans. With the keeper’s keys in hand, he quietly lets himself and the other animals out of their cages and follows the unsuspecting keeper home. Soon, the bedroom is crowded with sleepy creatures. Told mostly through expressive illustrations, this gentle, playful story invites children to spot small details, join in the repeated goodnights and enjoy a mischievous bedtime adventure.
About the author
Peggy Rathmann is an American author and illustrator who creates funny, lively picture books for children. She is known for her playful stories, expressive artwork and clever details that make readers look closely at every page. Her much-loved books include Good Night, Gorilla, Officer Buckle and Gloria, Ruby the Copycat and 10 Minutes till Bedtime. Officer Buckle and Gloria won the prestigious Caldecott Medal. Peggy’s books invite children to laugh, notice surprises and enjoy sharing stories together.
Pages
40 pages
Reading age
Picture Book (2-7)
This edition
1994
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