At Isaacs first sleepover, he gets to help Grandpop with a very special routineputting the house to bedin a story thats just right for children visiting a new place, or for adopting a new ritual at home.

Isaac is excited about having a sleepover at Grandpops house, but hes a little nervous about being away from home for the first time. Luckily, his knowing Grandpop tells him its not quite time to go to bed yetfirst, he needs Isaacs help in putting thehouseto bed. Quietly and slowly, they move from room to room, turning out lights and pulling down shades, as Grandpop gently explains the nighttime sounds that Isaac finds unfamiliar. Now its time to read the house a bedtime story (Isaac is good at reading the pictures). By the time the house is settled in for the night, Isaac and Grandpop are ready for bed, too. Janet Costa Batess tender story and A. G. Fords cozy illustrations will have familiesand extended families or friendseager to take a wise Grandpops cue and embrace a new nighttime tradition.

Janet Costa Batesis the author ofSeaside Dream, illustrated by Lambert Davis, which was named a Lee and Low’s New Voices Honor Book. She lives in Massachusetts, where she and her husband enjoy having their grandchildren visit for sleepovers.

• Publisher: Candlewick (September 28, 2021)
• Language: English
• Hardcover: 32 pages
• ISBN-10: 1536209988
• ISBN-13: 9781536209983
• Reading age: 3 – 7 years
• Grade level: Preschool – 2
• Item Weight: 1.25 pounds
• Dimensions:9.63 x 10.63 inches
• Alt:Time for Bed Old House