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Description
The book is about Joe and Ellie's bedtime, but the two children refuse to go to bed. A new babysitter attempts various tactics to get them to sleep, but nothing works. She then threatens to "let loose the leopard" if they don't go to sleep, leaving readers wondering if she actually will. The story is aimed at lower elementary students (grades K-3) with a reading level of 2.8.
Quick Summary
A mischievous babysitter dares to use the ultimate bedtime threat - a leopard - to get two stubborn siblings to sleep. Kids will giggle at the hilarious power struggle and feel the delicious suspense of wondering whether that spotted beast will actually make an appearance. If your child loves giggle-inducing picture books with a tiny bit of spooky fun like "The Monster at the End of This Book," they'll be begging for this one night after night. Ideal for kindergarten through third grade readers, especially those who think bedtime battles are secretly hilarious.