One of the cutest books for the wee-ones! Sadly, it's too young for my ewoks, but we enjoyed it. I read it a few times. Written by Tim McCanna and illustrated by Tad Carpenter, Bitty Bot is a story about a little robot who wants to go on adventures in outer space than go to sleep, like everyone else in his world.

First, the cover's totally cute! The gadgets and colors behind Bitty and his pet keep the eyes busy. The art style is unique and offers up a 60's vibe. I liked it! The story was written like an adorable nursery rhyme, explaining Bitty's bedtime process. But instead of going to sleep, Bitty builds a rocket ship and takes off. How many times have children imagined doing something like that?

I loved the tale and I think all children, 9 months to 6-years of age will adore it- if for the illustrations alone! I now one of my little ones did Check it out, while I move on to the next read.

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Bitty Bot
Tim McCann
Illustrated by Tad Carpenter
Simon & Schuster
October, 2016 ( )

It's bedtime in Botsburg, and all the robots are powering down. All, that is, save Bitty Bot, who, in contravention of all the rules, is working on a rocket to the moon. A nighttime trip to that celestial body proves entertaining to our robotic hero, who returns home in time to fall into bed, just as others are beginning to mobilize for the day...

With an entertaining story told in rhyme - "All the bots in Botsburg beep: / Day is over. Time for sleep! / Kiss your papas, hug your mamas. / Activate your bot pajamas." - and colorful digital artwork that is admirably matched to the text, Bitty Bot is a fun science-fiction take on the classic bedtime story of a little child who just doesn't want to go to sleep. I loved the palette used by illustrator Tad Carpenter here - the deep purples of nighttime Botsburg, the vivid yellows and oranges of the moon party - and found the rollicking rhythm of Tim MCCanna's text quite appealing. This would make an excellent read-aloud selection, and will have appeal for young robot lovers, as well as for any child who resists bedtime. ( )