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Name: No more TV, Sleepy Dog
Author: Harriet Ziefert

📘 No more TV, Sleepy Dog by Harriet Ziefert

In "No More TV, Sleepy Dog," a lovable canine protagonist tries every trick in the book to dodge bedtime. With witty, child‑friendly excuses and playful banter, he resists falling asleep—until a gentle, surprising realization changes his routine. The story turns into an enjoyable, reassuring tale about the value of rest, making it a perfect bedtime read for young readers.

First publish date: 1989

Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books

Authors: Harriet Ziefert

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