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Synopsis
Eleanor is upset to learn that her parents are going out without her, and that a babysitter is coming. A battle of wills begins between Eleanor and the babysitter, but just as both of them are about to give up, Eleanor discovers that a babysitter can unexpectedly turn out to be a real friend.
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From Publishers Weekly
Eleanor's mommy has curlers in her bushy tail, and her daddy is buttoning up his ruffled shirt. They are stepping out, and a new babysitter--a koala bear named Alison--arrives. Eleanor insists that she does not need a sitter and refuses to play any of the games that Alison suggests. The stubborn child takes refuge in a dark closet, where some luggage and old clothes look too much like a monster for her liking. Alison comes to her rescue, and the youngster realizes that her brave sitter isn't so bad after all. Hellard ( Just a Minute! ; It's Not Fair! ) infuses her text and pictures with gentle humor and succeeds in entertaining while reassuring. Kids will love the illustrations' diverting details--fancy earrings clipped onto mom's ears and Alison's trendy apparel and ankle bracelet. Ages 4-8.
Copyright 1991 Reed Business Information, Inc.
From School Library Journal
Kindergarten-Grade 2-- Eleanor's parents go out for the evening, leaving her with a babysitter named Alison. Although Eleanor protests, Alison, a clever koala, has lots of ideas to entertain her, including adding stickers to her scrapbook and reading a favorite book. Eleanor does not allow herself to be entertained or consoled, however, until Alison rescues her from the mop-and-clothes monster in the closet. Sketchy black-line drawings washed with transparent watercolors are lively and humorous, extending the mood and movement of the easily recognizable characters and dialogue. Babysitters may enjoy sharing this picture book with their charges. --Maria B. Salvadore, District of Columbia Public Library
Copyright 1991 Reed Business Information, Inc.
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- PublisherHeinemann Educational Books - Library Division
- Publication date1992
- ISBN 10 0749709693
- ISBN 13 9780749709693
- BindingPaperback
- Number of pages28
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