Is It Bedtime?

No question about it, it is bedtime, and Perky Puppy knows it. He's found a number of ways to stretch out his bedtime ritualin an unusual tack that involves cleaning up his room, rushing off to bathe and brushing his teeth. What father can argue with the virtue of getting those things out of the way before sleep? Then Perky needs his blanket, a story, a drink of water, a chance to say his prayersand a hug. Several times during the preparations, it looks as if Papa Puppy is going to blow his stack. But Perky always seems to know when not to push his luck. Ross shows some sweet moments of give-and-take between a father and son. Cheerful illustrations show a harrumphing Papa and an energeticuntil sleep overwhelms himPerky. (2-6)