The Bear Who Couldn't Sleep: Spanish

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Theres no place like home when its time for bed.


When Bear cant sleep, he goes on an adventure and discovers the wonders of New York Citya parade, Central Park, hot dogs, and more! But when he finally gets tired and looks for a place to rest... he learns why its called the city that never sleeps. Whats a bear to do Caroline Nastros gentle adventure and Vanya Nastanlievas engaging illustrations, available now in Spanish, are sure to comfort and delight!

Reviews

"A first-rate debut that deserves a spot on storytime shelves to share with little bears everywhere."-- "School Library Journal"
"Appealing, comical illustrations juxtapose the clamor and wakefulness of the city and the growing sleepiness of the sightseeing bear in this warm, just-right bedtime story."-- "The Horn Book guide"
"Beginning with an adventure and ending with a soporific scene, here's a satisfying bedtime book with broad appeal."-- "Booklist"
"Cuddle up with this Bear and his pillow for a just-right bedtime story."-- "Kirkus Reviews"

Author Bio

Caroline Nastro studied theater and literature at the Universit de Paris-Sorbonne, Yale School of Drama, and Stanford University. She is an award-winning playwright, screenwriter, and theater director. This is her first picture book.


Vanya Nastanlieva was born in 1979 and grew up in Bulgaria. She studied textiles and fashion before getting a BA in Book and Graphic Design from the National Academy of Art in Sofia, Bulgaria. She received her MA in Children's Book Illustration from Cambridge School of Art, England. She currently lives in Cambridge, England, with her husband, Martin, and a little daughter, Aleksandra. This is her first book for NorthSouth Books.