Stanley's Cafe

Stanley

by William Bee

It's another busy day at Stanley's Cafe. He's baking a very special cake - but whose birthday can it be?





Join Stanley and friends for a tasty adventure in this colourful new series from William Bee...

Genres: Picture Books, Food, Childrens, Animals, Storytime, Fiction, Juvenile

32 pages, Hardcover

First published August 28, 2014

About the author

William Bee was born in London but now lives in the English countryside. In addition to writing children’s books, he races a vintage sports car, is an international skier, and when at home tends his lawns and meadows.

Reviews

[Wendelle]

10/10 would patronize Stanley's diner

[Jaime · Rating 5 out of 5]

I read this book to Julianna @ the library. She gives it 5 stars. Short but cute.

[Barbara · Rating 3 out of 5]

Stanley, an adorable hamster who enjoys cooking for this friends, serves up several meals in his diner. not only does he fix breakfast, but he manages to find time to bake a cake for a friend. By the time he heads home for a bath and bedtime, he is tired and ready to relax. The colorful book, published first in Great Britain, is filled with yummy foods, delicious ingredients and utensils useful in cooking and baking, and has a fresh appearance sure to appeal to young readers. I like how readers are teased with a double-page spread before the story starts so that they can see all the tools of the trade. Fans of Stanley will find this book just as appealing as the others. This one is clearly pitched to beginning readers who will enjoy being able to recognize words and think about how Stanley spends his day.

[April · Rating 4 out of 5]

I just got turned onto Stanley and all his wonderfulness! I am in love with the artwork-bold black lines outline everything on the page and flat, bright colors fill in the shapes. It's so clean and simple. I also really like that nothing really happens in the story-also just clean and simple. Perfect for little ones. I look forward to reading more Stanley!

[Julie · Rating 3 out of 5]

The bold illustrations drew me in. I liked the feeling of the cushioned cover also, and couldn't resist giving it a squeeze every now and then!

[Lindsay · Rating 2 out of 5]

Cute and colorful illustrations, but that is the real highlight for this Stanley book.

[Rose Rosetree · Rating 5 out of 5]

Through this picture book story, ostensibly about Stanley, children gain an age-appropriate understanding of how things work. With this book, which mystery is to be solved?

How to Run a Diner?

Love your customers. And greet every single one with enthusiasm.

Okay, that's just the subtext but, to this Goodreader, this brings extra life to William Bee's introduction to managing-and-staffing a restaurant.

Every single thing about running a diner is simple to do. And fun. (At least at Stanley's Diner.) Plus, there's always an illustration to match the upbeat mood of the text. (And wouldn't it be fun if life were like that as well?)
(And no, emojis don't count.)

ANOTHER LOVELY INCLUSION IN THIS STORY....

Near the end of this book, Stanley cooks up a special treat. It's for one of his little customers.

Perfect, to this Goodreader: Since this book, like the rest of this series, brims over with love and caring, especially for little ones.

FIVE STARS and thanks!

[Asho · Rating 4 out of 5]

I checked this out of the library because I thought it would appeal to my 2-year-old daughter, but before I could get it into her hands her 5-year-old brother announced he wanted to read it and keep it in his room. I was surprised by that, as this book with bold lines, bright colors, a squishy cover, and simple text, is obviously intended for a much younger child. But my 5-year-old has had me read it to him a couple of times since it came home from the library, and has "read" it to himself a few more times. He told me he thinks Stanley is very cute, and he likes all of the pictures of the food. I like that the book is obviously British, as the breakfast menu includes tomatoes!

[Teresa Bateman · Rating 4 out of 5]

Ever busy Stanley the hamster is running a diner in this book in the series. Crisp, bright illustrations accompany the simple text that provides young readers with some nice diner concepts and vocabulary that will work in their own kitchens. This series is a delight for the very young, and the covers are sturdy enough to handle kids just moving up from board books.

[Alison · Rating 4 out of 5]

Stanley's Cafe "Aw, Stanley..." -every children's librarian's reaction to seeing me read this series
 
These books are very cute. The book covers are satisfyingly squishy. The illustrations are simple and charming. Reminiscent of Maisy, Stanley lives in a world where he had a variety of jobs, and his friends are all there to join in the fun.

[Vicki · Rating 4 out of 5]

I've got to find out about this mouse, Myrtle. She seems to be in each of Stanley's books so far. Is she a sister, friend or love interest??

Seriously this is another cute book about Stanley working in a diner this time. Does some one who cooks at the diner actually want or eat supper when they get home? Hmm....

[Vivian · Rating 3 out of 5]

williambee's Stanley books are completely delightful to little ones. Stanley, a guinea pig, works at various occupations, in this case as the owner / operator of a diner. His clients, who he knows by name, rely upon him. He drives a variety of vehicles, runs errands, and goes home to his quaint little cottage.

[Mariah Blair · Rating 3 out of 5]

I love books that introduce careers and I really wanted to love this one. I felt there could've been more to the actual story. The illustrations were awesome though! My son enjoyed Stanley and his friends. We'll still check out the other Stanley books.

[Andie · Rating 5 out of 5]

One of Otto's favorites at 2 years old. All hamsters are named Stanley now. Sunflowers are "like Stanley's house" and he puts himself to sleep some nights saying, "Happy birthday, Little Woo - YAAAY!"

[Tolkiengirl · Rating 3 out of 5]

My kids loved this book and the illustrations.

[Cherie · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is my everything.

[Christina · Rating 5 out of 5]

Intriguing illustrations and a pleasing, simple story. What’s a day like at the diner? Who visits? What do they eat? Fantastic read aloud for a toddler but my five year old liked it as well.

[Donna Mork · Rating 4 out of 5]

Stanley runs a diner and makes a special cake for a birthday. Then he goes home and goes to bed. Very simple but cute.

[Sarah Friedrich · Rating 4 out of 5]

My daughter loves all the Stanley books. She is continually taking them out at the library.

[Tegan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Super cute. The reader gets to meet more of Stanley's friends. Lots of colors and foods to talk about in this one.

[Taleshjoo · Rating 3 out of 5]

استنلی آشپز

مجموعه کتاب مورد علاقه‌ی دوره‌ای ممجو جان!

[Chris · Rating 4 out of 5]

Adorable with guinea pig versions of Kimmie & Jason!

[Sam · Rating 4 out of 5]

Adorable!

[Alice Ball · Rating 3 out of 5]

The structure of this great series is repetitive in a good way! They have been read and reread all week long!

[Kelly · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love Stanley and his friends.

[Sarah · Rating 4 out of 5]

Gifted in the Bookbug Toddler Bag!

[Meredith · Rating 2 out of 5]

Stanley the Hamster runs a diner.

This book features simple text and stylized illustrations against white space.

[Eilidh]

Pretty disappointing, to be honest, though I'm not sure what I was expecting.

[TJE · Rating 3 out of 5]

Adult thinks they're great books (for younger toddler) but child likes the Maisy books better.

[TFE · Rating 3 out of 5]

good book for vocabulary. short and sweet. Not very interested though.