Good Night, Gorilla - Softcover

Askew, Mike

4.23

50,011 ratings by Goodreads

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0590535986 ISBN 13: 9780590535984

Publisher: Scholastic Canada, Limited, 2000

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"Good night, Gorilla," says the zookeeper. But mischievous Gorilla isn't quite ready to go to sleep. He'd rather follow the zookeeper on his rounds and let all of the other animals out of their cages. Little night owls can sneak along with Gorilla and see who gets the last laugh in this riotous goodnight romp. Practically wordless yet full of expressive art and hilarious, adorable detail, this book from Caldecott Medal winning author Peggy Rathmann is sure to become a beloved part of children's own bedtime rituals.
ALA Notable Children's Book for 1994
Bulletin Blue Ribbon 1994
Horn Book Fanfare 1995 selection
"Parenting Magazine" "Best Children's Books of 1994"
"New York Public Library" 1995 "Children's Books 100 Titles for Reading and Sharing"
"In a book economical in text and simple in illustrations, the many amusing, small details, as well as the tranquil tome of the story, make this an outstanding picture book." --"The Horn Book," starred review
The amiable cartoon characters, vibrant palette, and affectionate tone of the author s art recall Thatcher Hurd s cheerful illustrations. Delightful. --"Kirkus Reviews," starred review
"A clever, comforting bedtime story." --"School Library Journal," starred review
"Jaunty four-color artwork carries the story and offers more with every look." --"Booklist""

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Review:

"Good night, Gorilla," says the weary watchman as he walks by the gorilla cage on his nightly rounds at the zoo. The gorilla answers by quietly pickpocketing the guard's keys, stealthily trailing him, and unlocking the cages of every animal the oblivious fellow bids goodnight to. Looking much like an exhausted father, the uniformed guard traipses home toward his cottage, while the lonely zoo animals softly parade behind him. The animals manage to slip into his bedroom and nestle unnoticed near his sleepy wife--until the bold little gorilla goes so far as to snuggle up beside her as she turns out the light. Author and illustrator Peggy Rathmann (creator of the Caldecott-winning Officer Buckle and Gloria) relies more on the nuances of her jewel-toned pictures than on words to pace this giggly bedtime story, making it perfect for observant preschoolers. In one inky-black spread, Rathmann lets only the shocked, wide-open eyes of the guard's wife tell us that the gorilla has been detected! Tiny details such as the faithful, banana-toting mouse and sky-bound pink balloon that appear in each picture keep this book fresh, magical, and fun--even after countless bedtime readings. (Baby to preschool) --Gail Hudson

About the Author:

Peggy Rathmann is the author of a number of books for children, including the Caldecott Medal winning "Officer Buckle & Gloria "and the highly acclaimed "Good Night, Gorilla." Ms. Rathmann lives and works in San Francisco with her husband, John Wick.

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