- Paperback: 32 pages
- Publisher: Macmillan Children's Books; New edition edition (22 Sep 1995)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 033363621X
- ISBN-13: 978-0333636213
- Product Dimensions: 24.6 x 19.6 x 0.4 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars See all reviews (26 customer reviews)
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- #46 in Books > Children's Books > Authors & Illustrators > M > Murphy, Jill
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This is an imaginative and magical picture book by award-winning author/illustrator Jill Murphy, creator of Peace at Last, A Quiet Night In and other stories featuring the Large family.
Baby Bear wants to go to the moon and so searches around the house until he finds a rocket (a cardboard box), a space-helmet (a colander) and space-boots (his wellies). All set, he blasts off out of the chimney and into the night. Joined by an owl, Baby Bear soars high into the night sky until finally they reach the moon. Of course, when he returns to earth for his bath, his mother doesn't believe where he has been.
Jill Murphy captures Baby Bear's sense of high adventure and his innocence, as he reaches for his dream, in both the simple easy-to-read-aloud text and in the bold, colourful illustrations. (Ages 3 and over).
A Big Book edition of this story is also available.
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Dressing up has never had such dramatic consequences! With a colander space helmet and a cardboard box for a rocket, Baby Bear sets off to the moon to have a picnic with his friend the owl.
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11 of 12 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
A beautifully conceived and illustrated book with a charming tale of a bear's adventure at bathtime. The use of 'noise' words brings the tale to life. Black and white drawings on the text pages face beautiful full colour pictures opposite adding to the story. It has become a tale we know by heart and yet never dread as it is selected frequently. The quality of the board is high and the book is showing less signs of wear than some of its contemporaries. A real favourite and one to keep to pass down.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
and, so searches around his house until he finds just what he needs for his mission.
From the back cover:-
'The moon and back before bathtime?
Whatever next!
This is the second book about 'Baby Bear', who first appeared in the best-selling Peace at Last by the same author.
Beautifully written and illustrated with Jill Murphy's characteristic warmth and humour.
'Whatever Next!' has also become a picture book classic.'
30 shiny high quality pages in the popular 2-page spread format. Wonderfully illustrated throughout, this beautiful book is further enhanced by meaningful facial expressions.
Clear text is on the left hand page with the pictures on the right, so suitably predictable for the younger reader who is eager to turn the page!
This delightful book finishes with a topically tired Baby Bear and his Ted, ready for bed!
The book opens with Baby Bear peeking out from behind the curtain, asking nonchalantly:-
"Can I go to the moon?" asked Baby Bear.
"No you can't," said Mrs Bear.
"It's bathtime.
Anyway, you'd have to find a rocket first."
Baby Bear found a rocket in the cupboard under the stairs.
He found a space-helmet on the draining board in the kitchen, and a pair of space-boots on the mat by the front door.
He packed his teddy and some food for the journey and took off up the chimney....
WHOOSH!
Out into the night..........'
On his journey Baby Bear meets an owl who accompanies him in his 'smart rocket` ......up and up ......past the millions of stars, until they eventually land on the moon.
It is rather boring on the moon so Baby Bear, Owl and Teddy have a picnic...... but are very aware that Baby Bear's Bath must surely be ready.
So, they fly down ......and down..... Say Goodbye to Owl...... get a little damp.... and a little bit .....well.....grubby, as they return back down the chimney, landing with a bump on the living room carpet!
As Baby Bear explains his sorry state, in a matter-of-fact sort of way, Mrs Bear laughs:-
"You and your stories," she said.
Whatever next?"
From the back cover:-
'The moon and back before bathtime?
Whatever next!
This is the second book about 'Baby Bear', who first appeared in the best-selling Peace at Last by the same author.
Beautifully written and illustrated with Jill Murphy's characteristic warmth and humour.
'Whatever Next!' has also become a picture book classic.'
30 shiny high quality pages in the popular 2-page spread format. Wonderfully illustrated throughout, this beautiful book is further enhanced by meaningful facial expressions.
Clear text is on the left hand page with the pictures on the right, so suitably predictable for the younger reader who is eager to turn the page!
This delightful book finishes with a topically tired Baby Bear and his Ted, ready for bed!
The book opens with Baby Bear peeking out from behind the curtain, asking nonchalantly:-
"Can I go to the moon?" asked Baby Bear.
"No you can't," said Mrs Bear.
"It's bathtime.
Anyway, you'd have to find a rocket first."
Baby Bear found a rocket in the cupboard under the stairs.
He found a space-helmet on the draining board in the kitchen, and a pair of space-boots on the mat by the front door.
He packed his teddy and some food for the journey and took off up the chimney....
WHOOSH!
Out into the night..........'
On his journey Baby Bear meets an owl who accompanies him in his 'smart rocket` ......up and up ......past the millions of stars, until they eventually land on the moon.
It is rather boring on the moon so Baby Bear, Owl and Teddy have a picnic...... but are very aware that Baby Bear's Bath must surely be ready.
So, they fly down ......and down..... Say Goodbye to Owl...... get a little damp.... and a little bit .....well.....grubby, as they return back down the chimney, landing with a bump on the living room carpet!
As Baby Bear explains his sorry state, in a matter-of-fact sort of way, Mrs Bear laughs:-
"You and your stories," she said.
Whatever next?"
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I simply LOVE this beautiful book!
This review is for the TED SMART (BOOK PEOPLE) paperback edition.
Baby Bear wants to go to the moon and so searches around his house until he finds just what he needs for his mission.
From the back cover:-
`The moon and back before bathtime?
Whatever next!
This is the second book about Baby Bear, who first appeared in the best-selling `Peace at Last'.
Beautifully written and illustrated with Jill Murphy's characteristic warmth and humour.
`Whatever Next!' has also become a picture book classic.'
30 shiny high quality pages in the popular 2-page spread format. Wonderfully illustrated throughout, this beautiful book is further enhanced by meaningful facial expressions.
Clear text is on the left hand page with the pictures on the right, so suitably predictable for the younger reader who is eager to turn the page!
This delightful book finishes with a suitably tired Baby Bear and his Ted, ready for bed!
The book opens with Baby Bear peeking out from behind the curtain, asking nonchalantly:-
"Can I go to the moon?" asked Baby Bear.
"No you can't," said Mrs Bear.
"It's bathtime.
Anyway, you'd have to find a rocket first."
Baby Bear found a rocket in the cupboard under the stairs.
He found a space-helmet on the draining board in the kitchen, and a pair of space-boots on the mat by the front door.
He packed his teddy and some food for the journey and took off up the chimney....
WHOOSH!
Out into the night..........'
On his journey Baby Bear meets an owl who accompanies him in his `smart rocket` ......up and up ......past the millions of stars, until they eventually land on the moon.
It is rather boring on the moon so Baby Bear, Owl and Teddy have a picnic...... but are very aware that Baby Bear's Bath must surely be ready.
So, they fly down ......and down..... Say Goodbye to Owl...... get a little damp.... and a little bit .....well.....grubby, as they return back down the chimney, landing with a bump on the living room carpet!
As Baby Bear explains his sorry state, in a matter-of-fact sort of way, Mrs Bear laughs:-
"You and your stories," she said.
Whatever next?"
Indeed!
This review is for the TED SMART (BOOK PEOPLE) paperback edition.
Baby Bear wants to go to the moon and so searches around his house until he finds just what he needs for his mission.
From the back cover:-
`The moon and back before bathtime?
Whatever next!
This is the second book about Baby Bear, who first appeared in the best-selling `Peace at Last'.
Beautifully written and illustrated with Jill Murphy's characteristic warmth and humour.
`Whatever Next!' has also become a picture book classic.'
30 shiny high quality pages in the popular 2-page spread format. Wonderfully illustrated throughout, this beautiful book is further enhanced by meaningful facial expressions.
Clear text is on the left hand page with the pictures on the right, so suitably predictable for the younger reader who is eager to turn the page!
This delightful book finishes with a suitably tired Baby Bear and his Ted, ready for bed!
The book opens with Baby Bear peeking out from behind the curtain, asking nonchalantly:-
"Can I go to the moon?" asked Baby Bear.
"No you can't," said Mrs Bear.
"It's bathtime.
Anyway, you'd have to find a rocket first."
Baby Bear found a rocket in the cupboard under the stairs.
He found a space-helmet on the draining board in the kitchen, and a pair of space-boots on the mat by the front door.
He packed his teddy and some food for the journey and took off up the chimney....
WHOOSH!
Out into the night..........'
On his journey Baby Bear meets an owl who accompanies him in his `smart rocket` ......up and up ......past the millions of stars, until they eventually land on the moon.
It is rather boring on the moon so Baby Bear, Owl and Teddy have a picnic...... but are very aware that Baby Bear's Bath must surely be ready.
So, they fly down ......and down..... Say Goodbye to Owl...... get a little damp.... and a little bit .....well.....grubby, as they return back down the chimney, landing with a bump on the living room carpet!
As Baby Bear explains his sorry state, in a matter-of-fact sort of way, Mrs Bear laughs:-
"You and your stories," she said.
Whatever next?"
Indeed!
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Great book
Great book, great price. My 5 year old love's this book. He has a few of author Jill Murphy. Her books are really good.
Published 4 months ago by scoobydoo06
next generation
This was my daughter's favourite book when she was small, she became a mother herself this year, so we bought it for her to read to her daughter, both are delighted!
Published 5 months ago by mam
children's' book
Wonderful book, same author as 'Peace at Last' but my two and a half year old grandson thinks it is best.
Published 12 months ago by NGee
Whatever Next!
This is another good book by Jill Murphy. I would give it 5/10 as it is not
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on a par with 'The Last Noo Noo' I would give that 9/10 & Highly recommend it. Read more
Published 16 months ago by T. Gussmann
Stands the test of time
I remember this book from when I was younger, so obtained it for my little one. She loves it, to the point where she memorised all the words, and now reads it along with me.
Published 22 months ago by MD
A book that has quickly become a well loved classic
A simple story for young children with wonderful ilustrations which have helped this book to become a true classic. Read more
Published 22 months ago by K. tregunna
Beautiful childhood memories
As a child, I adored this book! It really captured my imagination and sent me hurtling through the pages to a world well worth a visit. Read more
Published 22 months ago by CB Lindsay
A lovely addition ..
This book is a lovely addition to the 'Jill Murphy' collection of books we already have.
Published on 24 Feb 2010 by K. Hawkins
whatever next hard backed book
when i ordered the book it said it was in good condition, i thought it was a good buy but when i opened this book i was very disapointed. Read more
Published on 29 Dec 2009 by Mrs. Sl French
My partners favourite childhood book.
A fabulous book that brought back to my partner many happy memories of reading during childhood, a must buy purchase for him to share with our baby bump.
Published on 27 Oct 2009 by LM Pickup
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