The Snatchabook: A Funny Rhyming Read Aloud Bedtime Story For Kids - Hardcover

Docherty, Helen

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1402290829 ISBN 13: 9781402290824

Publisher: Sourcebooks Jabberwocky, 2013

Synopsis

Where have all the bedtime stories gone?

The Snatchabook is a heartwarming, rhyming mystery perfect for children ages 3–6 who love books, bedtime, and a touch of whimsy.

In the cozy woodland of Burrow Down, animals are ready for their nightly tales―but their books are mysteriously vanishing. Determined to uncover the truth, brave rabbit Eliza Brown stays up late and discovers an unexpected visitor who simply wants a story of his own.

This award-winning picture book combines lyrical rhymes, rich illustrations, and gentle themes of empathy and inclusion―making it a beloved favorite for families, educators, and librarians.

#1 Autumn 2013 Kids Indie Next Pick

A 2014-2015 Teachers' Choices Reading List Title

"I dare you to try to read The Snatchabook silently to yourself. You can't do it. The book is so wonderful it demands to be read out loud. And besides, if you didn't read the book out loud, how would the Snatchabook hear it?"―Caldecott Medalist Brian Selznick

"[A] rollicking paean to the pleasures of reading aloud."―The Wall Street Journal

About this title

About the Authors

Helen Docherty has spent most of her career as a language teacher, most recently specializing in Spanish. She lives in Wales with her husband and co-author, Thomas, and their two young daughters.

Thomas Docherty studied metalwork and sculpture at college before becoming an illustrator of children’s book. He lives in Wales with his wife and co-author Helen and their two young daughters. His website is thomasdocherty.co.uk.

Reviews

PreS-Gr 1-With rhyming text reminiscent of Dr. Seuss's work, this book refuses to be read silently. A Snatchabook, a lonely creature who loves books, is loose in Burrow Down. Books are disappearing every night, and "Eliza Brown at Number 3/was keen to solve the mystery./She planned one night to lie in wait/and use a pile of books as bait./Long hours passed without a peep/(she'd nearly fallen fast asleep)/when, suddenly, Eliza heard/a flap of wings:/a bat?/a bird?" Once the Snatchabook is discovered, Eliza quickly hatches a plan, resulting in a satisfying ending. The gorgeous illustrations are a perfect match for the lively text. This book is a fabulous fit for both storytime and one-on-one reading. Children will be begging for this book to be read to them every night-clever ones will claim they want to keep the Snatchabook happy. A first purchase for libraries everywhere.-Brooke Rasche, La Crosse Public Library, WIα(c) Copyright 2013. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.

In cozy little nooks carved into trees and burrowed underground, woodland folk are reading their woodland babies to sleep. Eliza Brown, rabbit occupant of burrow number three, is also tucked in for the night and settling in with a good book. But there’s something on the loose—a book snatcher! Eliza is determined to confront the thief and, when she does, finds . . . a wee, winged creature called a Snatchabook, who is not scary at all and longing for someone to read to him. Not a problem, thinks Eliza. After the Snatchabook returns all the stolen tomes to their rightful bookshelves, he’s welcome to show up at bedtime in the forest to listen to wonderful stories. Even though the verse doesn’t always have quite the right rhythm, this ever-so-sweet story begs to be read out loud. The beautifully lit illustrations are full of fun details that are sure to please little kids, and each creature, from owl to squirrel, is cute as cute can be. No doubt this one will be a hit with kids and parents alike. Preschool-Grade 1. --Ann Kelley

Edition details

• Publisher: Sourcebooks Jabberwocky
• Publication date: 2013
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1402290829
• ISBN 13: 9781402290824
• Binding: Hardcover
• Illustrator: Docherty Thomas
• Number of pages: 32