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Bobby Babinski's Bathtub Hardcover – Picture Book, August 15, 2020

by Judy Young (Author), Kevin M. Barry (Illustrator)
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When little Bobby Babinski is reluctant to get into his tub at bath time, his father gets to work to make the event more fun. Cutting a hole in the roof of the house, Papa Babinski constructs a massive slippy slide for Bobby to use. And while doing loopity-loops and glippety-glides is great fun, it's still not enough for Bobby. In order to satisfy the ever-increasing whims of his son, Papa Babinski goes to extreme lengths, including adding a few aquatic critters. Will Bobby ever be satisfied? Will he ever get clean? Comedic over-the-top artwork brings to life every child's dream of the perfect bath time.
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  1. Reading age
    5 - 7 years
  2. Print length
    32 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Grade level
    Kindergarten - 2
  5. Dimensions
    9.1 x 0.6 x 11.1 inches
  6. Publisher
    Sleeping Bear Press
  7. Publication date
    August 15, 2020
  8. ISBN-10
    1534110321
  9. ISBN-13
    978-1534110328
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When little Bobby Babinski is reluctant to get into his tub at bath time, his father gets to work to make the event more fun. Comedic over-the-top artwork brings to life every child's dream of the perfect bath time. --Kathy Temean

This rollicking picture book published by Sleeping Bear Press is as fun as the title sounds and the cover looks. Parents, watch our for your children's bathtub expectations after reading this book! --Carol Baldwin blog

Bobby's and Papa's fun continues until he s clean, dry, and ready to put on his pajamas, but alas, who wants pajamas when you've got a bathtub that s so fun? Bobby's adventures are bound to set your children s imaginations soaring as they conjure up their own dream bathtubs in their minds. --Children s Lit Love

About the Author

Judy Young remembers writing a poem for her grandmother when she was about ten. Her grandmother encouraged her to keep writing, and Judy did! Judy is the author of over two dozen children’s picture books and novels, including, Promise, The Wild World of Buck Bray series and the Digger and Daisy series. Judy’s books are used extensively in the public schools and have received numerous awards and honors. One of her most cherished is hearing LeVar Burton read A Pet for Miss Wright for Reading Rainbow Storytime Video to celebrate National Reading Month. Another, was watching as R is for Rhyme, A Poetry Alphabet was performed by the University of Utah’s Creative Dance Program. Judy received her MA in Speech and Language Pathology from the University of Tulsa and formerly worked in the public schools for 20 years. Now, a frequent speaker at schools, children’s lit fests and professional educational conferences nationwide, Judy’s firsthand experience in the schools makes her programs not only entertaining, but directly related to school curriculum. Judy resides in the mountains near Mink Creek, Idaho, with her husband, Ross, a professional artist, who illustrated two of Judy’s books. In her spare time, Judy enjoys hiking, fishing, snowshoeing, and gallivanting around the country in “Arlo,” the Young’s traveling studio. Read more about Judy, her books and author visits to schools at www.judyyoungpoetry.com.

Kevin M. Barry was eight years old when he found a monster living in his house. It was a slimy, grimy beast that lurked in a dark corner of the basement. When light shone on it, the monster looked suspiciously like an oil tank. TERRIFYING! When not designing fearsome fiends for picture books, Kevin is usually painting from nature or imparting the secrets of eerie art to the students of Pine Hill Elementary. Follow Kevin on Instagram @KevinBarryArt, and check out his other Sleeping Bear Press books, including Ghost Cat; Kindergarrrten Bus; and Bobby Babinski’s Bathtub.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Sleeping Bear Press; Illustrated edition (August 15, 2020)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 32 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1534110321
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1534110328
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 5 - 7 years
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ Kindergarten - 2
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.05 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 9.1 x 0.6 x 11.1 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
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When Judy Young was about ten years old, she showed her grandmother a poem she had written. Her grandmother encouraged her to keep writing and Judy did! Judy is the author of over twenty children's fiction, poetry and nonfiction books. Her books are used extensively in classrooms across the country and have also been honored with numerous awards and recognition. One of Judy’s most cherished honor was having "A Pet For Miss Wright" read by LaVar Burton for Reading Rainbow Storytime Video. She also enjoyed watching as "R is for Rhyme, A Poetry Alphabet" was performed by the Tanner Creative Dance Program and Children’s Dance Theatre of the University of Utah for their 58th annual performance.

A frequent speaker at schools nationwide, Judy's author visits include both educational presentations and poetry writing workshops for elementary and middle school students. Judy also conducts writing workshops for teachers for their professional development in-services and is a frequent speaker for educational organizations and professional conferences. With twenty years previous experience in the public schools, Judy has first hand experience with improving students’ writing skills and her presentations and workshops are directly related to school curriculum.

Judy resides in the mountains near Mink Creek, ID, with her husband, Ross, a professional artist. While writing, Judy may see a moose walk across her front yard or a weasel chasing a rabblit. When not writing or speaking at schools and conferences, you can find Judy hiking, fishing, or gallivanting around the country in "Arlo," the Young's traveling studio, often going to remote places to get ideas for new books.

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Children's Lit Love
5.0 out of 5 stars Delightfully fun and creative bathtime book
Reviewed in the United States on October 13, 2020
If you're a parent, then you've likely battled a child over bathtime at some point in your parenting career. And, as with most parts of a child's day, did you know that people have written wonderful books for children about bathtime, helping to make bathtime fun and exciting for your reluctant bathers? Reminiscent of Chris Van Dusen's If I Built books, Bobby Babinski's Bathtub, written by Judy Young and illustrated by Kevin M. Barry, is one such book.
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A big thank you to Sleeping Bear Press for sharing this book with our family in exchange for an honest review.
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Bobby Babinski does NOT want to take a bath. Fortunately for him, Papa Babinski is quite the engineer, ready to build a counterargument to every nit-picky reason that Bobby complains about his bath…
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Bobby hates climbing into the tub (which is, indeed, significantly bigger than Bobby and likely hard to climb into). Not a problem for Papa, who quickly builds a loopity-loop, glippety-glide slide!
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Bobby has no toys to play with. Papa to the rescue with a bucket of sea creatures!
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Bobby then realizes he has no room to play with said sea creatures (I blame the whale...). Papa swoops in, fast as lightning, and digs the biggest outdoor bathtub Bobby (and the neighbors...) have ever seen!
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Bobby's and Papa's fun continues until he's clean, dry, and ready to put on his pajamas, but alas, who wants pajamas when you've got a bathtub that's so fun? Bobby's adventures are bound to set your children's imaginations soaring as they conjure up their own dream bathtubs in their minds.
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Also of note, Barry's illustrations are bright and inviting, and Young's rhythm and rhyme make this a delight to read aloud.
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If you liked this, check out:
* Chris Van Dusen's If I Built... series
* King Bidgood's in the Bathtub by Audrey Wood and Don Wood
* The Pigeon Needs a Bath! by Mo Willems
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5.0 out of 5 stars Bobby Babkinski's Bathtub
Reviewed in the United States on September 30, 2020
This rollicking picture book published by Sleeping Bear Press is as fun as the title sounds and the cover looks. Written by Judy Young and illustrated by Kevin M. Barry, readers and their parents will enjoy the poetry and funny text. Caveat: parents, watch our for your children's bathtub expectations after reading this book!

Mr. Babinski has a problem. His son refuses to take a bath.

In fact, Bobby's father has several problems. Every time he ingeniously answers his son's objections, Bobby comes up with a new reason not to take a bath.

Mr. B chops a hole the roof of their house and builds a roller coaster so that Bobby can safely slide into his tub.

But, that doesn't satisfy Bobby. He needs some toys to keep him company in his tub. Mr. B satisfies his son's desire with an over-the-top assortment of ocean creatures.

Of course, Bobby complains again.

Mr. B patiently complies with each and every request resulting in more and more changes to their yard. Finally, when Bobby is stranded on a sandy island, his father arranges for a HUMUNGOUS pelican to bring him home.

It scooped Bobby up,
And with huge wings gyrating,
Flew over the water
To where Papa was waiting.

In the end, Bobby STILL refuses to go down for his nap:

As Bobby Babinski
Dropped in Papa's lap,
Papa held up some PJ's
Saying, "Time for a nap."

But Bobby Babinski said, "No!"
With a grin,
"I want to have bath time
All over again!"

Who wouldn't?
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Jennifer Dieleman
5.0 out of 5 stars Bobby Babinski's Bathtub
Reviewed in the United States on August 18, 2020
"Bobby Babinski's Bathtub" by Judy Young follows a young boy who doesn't want to take a bath. A desperate father asks Bobby what would make him get in the tub. What follows is a laugh out loud set of escapades as each request from Bobby becomes more outlandish and crazy! His father creates a massive slide, adds aquatic animals, and even creates a beach for Bobby. The text is written with engaging examples and tons of adjectives making it a perfect read-aloud The illustrations by Kevin Barry bring a fun and creative story to life. The expressions on both Bobby and his father's face in each picture are engaging and bright. This is a fun book that readers will want to hear over and over.
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Tim Peters
5.0 out of 5 stars Witty and Whimsical!
Reviewed in the United States on September 12, 2020
Judy Young nails it again with this whimsical tale of the struggle every parent knows all to well: bathtime rituals. Our children hung on every rhythmic page, giggling along the way. While I don't see myself building a fancy slide, I can say with a certainty that our tub is quite full of all the marine lifeforms that Bobby finds himself succumbing to. In fact, one of the kiddos had brought a blue whale toy to the couch for story time - the same whale which leaked its contents onto our now wet couch.

Without a doubt you should take your child on Bobby's adventure! At the very least check out Judy Young Books on facebook!
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sevajones
5.0 out of 5 stars Fun in the tub
Reviewed in the United States on December 2, 2020
This fun rhyming book will have kids wishing they had a slide into their tub and an octopus to wash them clean. This adorable book will have both parents and kids laughing and using their imagination about every day activities that could be made more fun - if only they had a dad like Bobby!
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NoelNoel
5.0 out of 5 stars So Creative!
Reviewed in the United States on October 23, 2020
My daughter enjoys reading it over and over again. It's a creative story with beautiful illustrations.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Every child’s dream of the perfect bath!
Reviewed in the United States on September 9, 2020
My 3.5 year old grandson is obsessed with this story! Multiple readings every evening.
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Donna Healey
5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome book!
Reviewed in the United States on August 19, 2020
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We love this book!!! My grandkids are ages 6 and 4 and both enjoyed the story and illustrations. Great bedtime book!
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