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Book Review Pajama Time! (Boynton on Board)

by Sandra Boynton

Book Details

Publisher:Workman Publishing Company
Published:2008
Pages:194
Format:board book
Language:English
ISBN:1665924977

Reading Info

Age Range:3-5

About This Book

In this irrepressible good-night board book from the bestselling and beloved Sandra Boynton, it’s time to head to bed to the beat! A jump-roping chicken and a pig on a swing. A moose in striped pajamas and an elephant in a fuzzy one-piece with feet. In sing-along nuttiness reminiscent of Barnyard Dance!, it’s time for the animals to put on their jammies and get ready for bed. Pull on the bottoms. Put on the top. Get yourself set to pajama-dee-bop. It’s PAJAMA TIME!

Our Review

This charming bedtime board book transforms the nightly routine into a joyful celebration, inviting little ones to join a parade of animals getting ready for sleep. A jump-roping chicken, a pig on a swing, and an elephant in a fuzzy footed sleeper all demonstrate the simple steps of pulling on pajamas with infectious enthusiasm. The rhyming text has a natural musicality that encourages participation, making the process of changing into sleepwear feel like a playful dance rather than a chore. Parents will appreciate how this story cleverly reframes bedtime preparation as something to anticipate with excitement.

Sandra Boynton's signature style shines through in the expressive animal characters and warm, uncluttered illustrations that hold a toddler's attention. The rhythmic, chant-like quality of the text makes it ideal for reading aloud, helping to establish a consistent and comforting pre-sleep ritual. This book particularly benefits families seeking to make evenings more cooperative by focusing on the fun of getting ready rather than the struggle of ending the day. The cheerful repetition and bouncy cadence create a soothing yet engaging experience that naturally winds down energy while maintaining smiles.

Themes

Juvenile Fiction

Subjects

Juvenile Fiction