Teddy and his other stuffed animal friends love to play, jump, sing, and laugh, and they're also excited to get ready for bed. They splash in the tub, put their pajamas on, brush their teeth, and comb their hair. Before lights out, the little animals read individual stories that take them "almost…anywhere." Teddy reads about outer space, Elephant is engrossed in a tale with a snowy scene, Bunny is happily imagining herself in a gingerbread forest, and Kitty reads about ocean adventures. At last, after all the bedtime steps are completed, the animals are getting sleepy, and it's time to turn off the light, cuddle up, and say "Goodnight." The story's simple, rhyming text is fluid and to the point, and it is delicately complemented by Birkett's whimsical and endearing illustrations. Children will enjoy scanning all of the imaginative details packed on each page. VERDICT: This little end-of-the-day book is a perfect choice for emphasizing nighttime routines with toddlers and would work well for an easy, fun read-aloud in a toddler bedtime-themed storytime.