Lion in Bed
Lion in Bed
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Lion in Bed

Written by Darren Farrell & illustrated by Maya Tatsukawa
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3 - 7
Reading age
40
Page count
450L
Lexile measure
Oct 21, 2025
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A gentle but silly picture book about mental health and the power of a good cuddle. Papa Lion just can’t convince Little Lion to get out of bed this morning! They have so much to do, so Papa Lion decides to bring all the activities to him in bed, no matter how big and wild they are. From a full-diner breakfast to a soccer game and surprise party for Grandma, can anything convince Little Lion to finally get up? Award-winning author and illustrator duo Darren Farrell and Maya Tatsukawa have created a sweet story about a persistent Papa and his tuckered-out cub, with a reminder that sometimes it’s the simplest things that bring the most happiness.

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    Book Details

    ISBN
    9780593857281
    Publication Date
    October 21, 2025
    Publisher
    Dial Books for Young Readers
    Original Publication Date
    October 21, 2025
    Page Count
    40
    Audience
    Picture
    Reading Age
    3 - 7 years
    Lib. of Congress (LCCN)
    2025017509
    Lexile® Level
    450L
    Est. Fountas & Pinnell Level
    ~M
    Est. ATOS® Book Level
    ~3.1

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