Night Fun. Pat Quinlan. Illustrated by Ron Berg. Toronto, ON: Annick Press, 1997. 22 pp., hardcover, $16.95. ISBN 1-55037-487-7. Preschool - grade 2 / Ages 3 - 7. Review by Bob Piper. ****/4

"We want more fun tonight." As young Kevin dreams of visiting the moon and then several planets, the call for "more fun" is abundantly fulfilled. Inspired by "Hey Diddle Diddle," Pat Quinlan unravels a delightful tale of Kevin's travels through space with the cat, the fiddle, the dog, the cow, the dish and the spoon.

      Ron Berg's mixed media renderings are exquisitely done. His attention to detail will catch the eye of all observers. Viewers will be challenged to find the many "hidden" faces which Ron has added within the illustrations.

      Together, Quinlan and Berg provide an enchanting version of this ever-popular favourite which has a place in both homes and libraries.

Highly recommended.

Bob Piper is the Library Consultant at St. John's Ravenscourt Lower School Library in Winnipeg, Manitoba.

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