Book Review: Dinosaur vs Bedtime, written and illustrated by Bob Shea

Shea, Bob (2008) Dinosaur vs Bedtime New York: Hyperion Books for Children [Picture book, 0-6 years]

Dinosaur vs Bedtime is a very loud, very noisy book for very loud children. The simple, childish drawings lead the readers through the many, many things that Dinosaur can best – a big slide, talking grown-ups, even a bowl of spaghetti – yet, what will happen when Dinosaur faces his biggest challenge – bedtime?

Children and adults alike will delight in the clean, breezy visual design and short, punchy captions that invite audience participation. The bright, vivid colour palette jumps off the page and gives a bold punch to the narrative. Dinosaur vs Bedtime will appeal to children who like dinosaurs, but also provides a light satire on the expectations and norms of a child's everyday routine. Highly recommended.