Poem © Julie Anna Douglas.
Illustration © Yuval Zommer
Now, have you washed your paws?
Have you brushed your fur and teeth
and really scrubbed your claws?
It's time to hibernate,
so snuggle down in bed
and I can read a Beary Tale
while you hug little Ted.
It's time to hibernate
and rest your tired eyes.
We'll sing our special lullaby
beneath the star-filled skies.
It's time to hibernate
so let me say, 'Goodnight'.
I'll waken you when Spring is here.
Don't let the bed bugs bite!