Good Night, Alfie Atkins facts for kids
| Author | Gunilla Bergström |
|---|---|
| Original title | God natt, Alfons Åberg |
| Translator | Elisabeth Kallick Dyssegaard |
| Illustrator | Gunilla Bergström |
| Cover artist | Gunilla Bergström |
| Country | Sweden |
| Language | Swedish |
| Series | Alfie Atkins |
| Genre | children |
| Published | 1972 |
| Publisher | Rabén & Sjögren |
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Published in English
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2005 |
| Followed by | Very Tricky, Alfie Atkins (1973) |
Good Night, Alfie Atkins is a popular children's book written by Gunilla Bergström. It was first published in Sweden in 1972 under its original Swedish title, God natt, Alfons Åberg. The book was later translated into English by Elisabeth Kallick Dyssegaard and released in 2005.
This charming story is part of the well-loved Alfie Atkins series. Alfie Atkins is a character known for his everyday adventures and challenges, which often reflect situations young children face. The book has also been adapted into an animated TV series, with this particular story first airing on Swedish television in 1980. It was also available on a cassette tape in 1980.
Alfie's Bedtime Story
This book tells the story of Alfie Atkins and his father during bedtime. It's nine o'clock in the evening, and it's time for Alfie to go to sleep. However, Alfie is not quite ready to settle down for the night.
Alfie's Many Delays
Alfie's father tries to help him fall asleep by reading a fairytale about a horse. But just as Alfie is getting comfortable, he remembers something important. He suddenly realizes he hasn't brushed his teeth yet! So, he gets up to take care of that.
After brushing his teeth, Alfie feels thirsty. He gets a drink of water, but then he accidentally spills it. His father has to come and clean up the mess. Soon after, Alfie says he needs to use the potty, and his father brings it to him.
A Lion in the Wardrobe?
Alfie then tells his father that there's a lion hiding inside his wardrobe. His father patiently goes to check, explaining that lions usually don't live in wardrobes. Next, Alfie asks for his favorite Teddy Bear. His father searches for it in the bathroom and finally finds it under the couch.
A Quiet End to the Night
Alfie waits for his father to return with the Teddy Bear. When his father doesn't come back, Alfie goes to look for him. He finds his father asleep on the floor, with the Teddy Bear right beside him. Alfie gently covers his father with a duvet. Then, Alfie quietly goes back to his own bed and finally falls asleep.
