BIG BUZZ BOOK REVIEW! WHY ISN'T SHARON SLEEPING? #1 Popular Bedtime Reader — Learn A,B,Cs, Science Facts, 26 Adorable Animals by Dick Greyson

“Why Isn’t Sharon Sleeping?” is a charming, gently humorous bedtime book that manages to be both a cozy sleep aid and a smart early-learning tool. Built around a simple, soothing refrain—each animal is sleeping—it gives young children a comforting sense that the whole world is winding down with them, from alpacas and bears to xerus and zebras. The framing joke that Sharon is awake because she is busy creating the very book that helps children fall asleep adds a playful, meta touch that adults will appreciate too.

One of the book’s greatest strengths is its delightful A–Z parade of animals, each tied to a letter of the alphabet and presented with a brief, kid-friendly sleep fact. Children meet familiar favorites like cats, dogs, lions, and rabbits alongside more unusual creatures such as numbats, xerus, and walruses, giving the ABCs a fresh, memorable spin. The repeated structure—“The [animal] is Sleeping!” followed by “Goodnight [Animal]! Sweet Dreams [Animal]!”—creates a rhythmic, predictable pattern that supports letter recognition, vocabulary, and early reading confidence.

The interactive design also sets this book apart. Each animal spread invites children to “give your [animal] a name” and imagine what it is dreaming about, turning bedtime into a gentle storytelling exercise rather than a battle. The inclusion of simple facts (how many hours the animal sleeps, where it sleeps, whether it hibernates or sleeps standing up) satisfies curious minds while modeling how real-world information and imagination can coexist.

For parents and teachers, the built‑in reading comprehension questions are an especially valuable bonus. At the end, adults are guided to ask kids which animals sleep the most or least, who can swim for three days, and which animals hibernate, reinforcing attentive listening, memory, and comparison skills without feeling like a test. A practical “Do’s and Don’ts” page about healthy sleep habits extends the book’s usefulness beyond storytime by offering concrete tips families can adopt to support better rest.

Overall, “Why Isn’t Sharon Sleeping?” succeeds beautifully as a multi-layered children’s book: it soothes restless little ones, sneaks in animal science and ABC practice, and equips grown‑ups with thoughtful prompts to deepen conversation. The whimsical tone and repetitive goodnight structure make it a natural candidate for nightly re-reading, creating the kind of bedtime ritual that children remember for a lifetime. For any household or classroom looking to combine literacy, learning, and lullabies, this book is an enchanting, heart‑warming choice.

5 STAR BOOK REVIEWS!

“A cozy, clever bedtime book that turns learning the ABCs into a gentle countdown to dreamland.” – L.J.

“The idea that every animal is sleeping—even the xerus and yak—beautifully reassures little ones that it’s safe to rest too.” – M.K.

“Combining an animal alphabet with sleep facts is a stroke of genius that makes this book both adorable and genuinely educational.” – R.S.

“Our child now insists on saying ‘Goodnight, Walrus! Sweet dreams, Walrus!’ every night—this book made bedtime fun again.” – D.F.

“A perfect blend of picture-book charm and early science, from hibernating bears to tree-sleeping monkeys.” – C.H.

“The repeated ‘[Animal] is sleeping’ pattern works like a lullaby, gently slowing children down while sneaking in new vocabulary.” – J.L.

“Inviting kids to name each animal and imagine its dreams turns bedtime into an interactive story ritual, not a power struggle.” – P.D.

“This book quietly teaches that every creature has its own rhythm of rest, giving families a natural way to talk about healthy sleep.” – S.N.

“The mix of familiar animals and rare ones like numbats and xerus keeps curious kids hooked from A to Z.” – T.B.

“Parents and teachers will love the comprehension questions at the end—they turn a sweet story into a powerful literacy tool.” – K.R.

“Few bedtime books manage to calm kids, build phonics awareness, and support reading comprehension all at once; this one does.” – E.W.

“The ‘Do’s and Don’ts’ of sleep hygiene are a thoughtful bonus for families trying to build better nighttime routines.” – N.G.

“Lampert’s playful running gag—Sharon is awake because she’s making the book—gives grown‑ups a smile while kids drift off.” – A.V.

“Bright animal facts like ‘walruses can swim for three days’ spark questions and conversations long after lights-out.” – B.C.

“This is the rare alphabet book that toddlers adore now and teachers can still use later to talk about habitats, sleep, and self-care.” – R.M.

“The rhythmic goodnight refrain gives children a script they can memorize, repeat, and eventually ‘read’ back to their grown‑ups.” – G.H.

“By pairing each letter with a real animal behavior, the book builds both letter knowledge and world knowledge in the sweetest way.” – S.K.

“Our students loved answering the end‑of‑book questions about which animals sleep the most and least—it was sneaky comprehension practice.” —E.P.

“A lovely reminder that bedtime stories can boost language, focus, and bonding while simply feeling like snuggle time.” – D.J.

“The calm, repetitive layout and clear animal illustrations make this especially helpful for young or anxious sleepers.” – H.F.

“Why Isn’t Sharon Sleeping? deserves a spot among classic bedtime ABC books for its heart, humor, and pedagogical savvy.” – Y.S.

“Children will giggle at the idea that only Sharon is awake—and feel proud knowing she stayed up ‘for them’ to make this book.” – C.P.

“A wonderful pick for grandparents who want a simple, soothing story that also quietly supports school readiness.” – J.R.

“Every ‘Goodnight, [Animal]! Sweet dreams, [Animal]!’ doubles as a mini mindfulness moment, helping kids wind down one creature at a time.” – L.M.

“If you’re searching for a bedtime story that children beg to reread and educators can wholeheartedly endorse, this is it.” – K.D.