Don Wood

This lap-sized board book tells the story of a snoring granny, a dreaming child, a dozing dog, a snoozing cat, and a tiny slumbering mouse, all in a cozy bed. But then an unexpected visitor arrives to interrupt a rainy afternoon in the Napping House. Full color. In this cumulative tale, a wakeful flea atop a number of sleeping creatures causes a commotion, with just one bite.

"...Now the little Mouse is celebrating Christmas--with a generous spirit that will warm the hearts of families everywhere."

A young boy describes himself as "loud as a lion," "quiet as a clam," "tough as a rhino," and "gentle as a lamb."

A mother saves her seven children from Heckedy Peg, a witch who has changed them into different kinds of food.

After shocking the elegant garden party by using a bad word, Elbert learns some acceptable substitutes from a helpful wizard.