The Cozy Book

I see it's getting tricker to get this book, but I promise it's worth the search! We picked up a copy at a local used book store and my children (2.5 and 4.5) adore it. Super for snuggling in bed and reading together, such soothing text and charming illustrations. A real treasure. :)

The age span between my oldest son and my youngest son is 20 years! This was a favorite book of my oldest but had disappeared into oblivion from many years of good use and reading. I was very happy to see that it was still in print and when we received it, my youngest son, now 4, loved it as well. My only complaint is that the illustrations in this newer version are not as "cozy" as in the version my oldest had. These are fine, but busier, brighter and more confusing to look at. The illustrations in the older version were more focussed on an actual day in a child's life with familiar and recognizable settings, which I believe was easier for a child to relate to and the experience of reading that book was more understandable and relaxing.

This is a *magic* book--whether reading or listening, it makes people yawn, makes them sleepy, makes eyes droopy and little heads rest against mom's shoulder. I love reading this book out loud to my kids--it is a long book (takes about 15 minutes, if you read it nice and slowly, which is part of the magic), but it really does evoke cozy, warm, cuddly feelings. Great with a cup of tea and some animal crackers before bed! I love the illustrations, which weave the words into wonderful, soothing images of all things comforting from childhood; it's fun to play "I spy" with the detailed illustrations, counting the different kinds of cookies or the number of puppies. This is one of my favorite read-aloud-books of all time!

A must for reading out loud with your favorite toddler. One of my all-time favorite children's books, now enjoying it with my 3-year old niece. Delightful, playful and textual rhymes and illustrations that conjure up memories for parents/grandparents. And that provide opportunity to share personal favorite cozy things and people and feelings! Ann Hoberman's other title - A House is a A House for Me - will also delight you and yours.