Edward's First Night Away

Edward the Unready

by rosemary-wells

Edward the bear, who is sometimes emotionally unprepared for certain situations, faces some scary moments when a snowstorm strands him at Anthony's house and it looks like he might have to actually stay there all night.

Genres: Picture Books, Childrens, Fiction, Ebooks

Paperback

First published October 1, 1995

Reviews

[Melki · Rating 3 out of 5]

When a playdate unexpectedly turns into an overnighter, poor Edward finds it too stressful to cope.

This one has me torn - I feel kind of sorry for the tyke, but at the same time, I think he's being overly-coddled, and needs to tough it up a bit.

[Janet · Rating 3 out of 5]

Edward is a little apprehensive leaving his parents to go and play at Anthony’s house, but he does. Unfortunately, it snows harder and harder and Edward’s parents cannot come pick him up. How will the staying overnight workout? Definitely this is a common “fear” for children that first time staying away from home and many parents have had to do exactly the thing Edward’s parents do. I am not spoiling the ending.
This title is part of the Edward the unready series by Wells.

[Layla · Rating 4 out of 5]

A fast read for a parent at a young child’s bed time, Edward the bear goes to his friend Anthony’s house , but as the snow gets deeper, Edward can’t get home. Edward does not want to stay the night, so Anthony s parents take action, to get Edward back to his home. Cute little book. Read it In seconds. Only 29 pages.

[Marilyn · Rating 3 out of 5]

Alissa wonders why they don't answer the phone again at the end. I explain that they don't want to be interrupted.

[Tracy Schillemore · Rating 3 out of 5]

Edward isn't ready for sleepovers. This book is good for teaching children that it is ok not to be ready to do something.

[Ranette · Rating 5 out of 5]

A sweet little bear wants to spend the night with his friend, but can't make it.

[Ethan Washington · Rating 2 out of 5]

Pick up the phone, Edward.

[Laura · Rating 5 out of 5]

I was always the first to recommend sleepovers as a kid, so this one may not have done much for me then, but I love that this book addresses childhood anxiety. I think many kids would find it very reassuring. These days, I always prefer being in my own comfy bed at night and have difficulty sleeping elsewhere, so I'm right there with you, Edward!

[Brittany Houston]

Like Edward, many children relate to feeling overwhelmed, frustrated, and disappointed. It is important for teachers and parents to acknowledge these feelings and help children learn to cope in a healthy way.

[Sue · Rating 1 out of 5]

If I were trying to teach a lesson about bravery, I certainly would not choose this book.

[Jared & Carly Jakins · Rating 5 out of 5]

Cute

A very nice story and my kids loved the characters. Good to teach no pressure to do the things they see on tv. They give it 105 stars.

[Shawn Deal · Rating 4 out of 5]

Edward has to suddenly spend his first overnight at a friends because of sudden bad weather, but he just isn't ready.