Don't Let the Pigeon Stay Up Late.
"Oh that pigeon—the embodiment of every kid's secret desires. Now he wants to stay up late. The bus driver, in nightcap and pajamas, warns children not to be swayed by the pigeon's arguments. That doesn't stop our plumed persuader from trying to have his way...This delightful production will have viewers giggling even as they begin to yawn." —School Library JournalDownload and start listening now!
"Another funny story about that stubborn pigeon by Mo Willems. This one is also interactive where the students talk to the story and it is a great book to use to teach students how to read with emotion and read enthusiastically depending on how the text is printed."
— Emily (5 out of 5 stars)
“Fans of the pigeon will welcome him back and wait with anticipation to see what he can’t do next.”
— Booklist“Children will be charmed by this bedtime treat, which will have them laughing out loud at the pigeon—and at themselves.”
— School Library Journal" Another great Pigeon book! These are extremely entertaining! They are also great to analyze illustrations and point out that they do not have to be elaborate... children can create their own book and illustrate it in a similar way. "
— Karissa, 2/14/2014" I thought this book was enjoyable, but I didn't find many ways it could be used academically. It could spark conversation about bed time or why it's not good for children to stay up too late. It could simply give children an enjoyable book with which to practice reading. Other than that, I'm not sure it could really be of much academic value. "
— Keia, 2/11/2014" A fun little romp. All you pedantic folks out there can ponder the homoeroticism of a "hot dog party" as you rock yourselves to sleep tonight with this Willems original. "
— Jordan, 2/5/2014" Great book that puts the reader in charge of making sure the pigeon doesn't stay up late. He tries, just like every kid does who doesn't want to go to bed, to plead his case, but it doesn't work. "
— Jen, 2/1/2014" Oh my goodness. I laughed so loud my 14 yo son decided he had to read it too. He chuckled. I'm sure he'll enjoy it more when he's a daddy and his little one says 'Pleeeease, five more minutes? I'm not tired!' "
— Cheryl, 1/25/2014" Another series i love. oversimplistic artwork with a basic storyline sometimes results in the best children's books. sometimes. snarkiness and pigeons are just perfect together. "
— Sara, 1/21/2014" This would be a great fun-reading book for students. This book could also be read before a lesson on persuasive writing. After hearing the book, students could create their own persuasive dialogue to try to convince the reader to "stay up late". Students could also choose a different topic, such as "play outside longer" or "eat dessert for dinner", etc. "
— Jennifer, 1/20/2014" This is the second pigeon book I've read and it's a funny take on all of the excuses kids use to stay up late. It didn't flow nicely from page to page, it felt a little scattered, but I understood the intent. "
— Alicia, 1/18/2014" LOVE IT! This is a great book! I had a little boy with autism in my class who absoluteky loved this book and he was able to read it with expression. the students will be engaged with the book because they can make connections with the text. "
— Alana, 1/17/2014" I'm in the mood for a hot dog party! "
— Caroline, 1/14/2014" Another pigeon book of awesome. Love. Love. Love. Fun to read out loud to kids. "
— Carly, 1/13/2014Mo Willems is a writer and animator. His children’s books have been translated into a number of languages, spawned animated shorts that have twice been awarded the Carnegie Medal, and been developed into theatrical musical productions. His illustrations, wire sculpture, and carved ceramics have been exhibited in galleries and museums across the nation.
Jon Scieszka is best known for his bestselling picture books, including The True Story of the Three Little Pigs! and The Stinky Cheese Man. He is also the founder of guysread.com and a champion force behind guyslisten.com, and was the first National Ambassador of Young People’s Literature.