![]() ![]() Leo and his parents present as Black.Ī Black toddler goes through his evening routine with his father and mother: bottle, bath, skin care, pajamas, a song, and a book. All of the steps in this bedtime routine are reassuring, and Leo looks content throughout this is a helpful read to get little ones ready-and even eager-for bedtime. The family’s love and trust for one another are evident as they cuddle together while reading in one image, a parent holds Leo tenderly, and in another, the other parent draws him close. ![]() What sets the artwork apart is how it makes an ordinary experience feel like the precious, magical time that it is. The descriptions are short and make use of alliteration, while Hearson’s soft, warm illustrations exude a feeling of comfort, from the delicate bathtub bubbles to the fleecy snuggle of Leo’s pajamas. McQuinn’s text is appropriate for young toddlers, with just a few words per page. He drinks warm milk, takes a bath, snuggles up with his parents to hear a story, and dozes off. After a play-filled day, it’s time for Leo to wind down and go to sleep. ![]()
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