This book is a rhyming, repeating book that is entertaining to the listener. I remember reading this book as a child. I think the book is appropriate as a read-aloud for pre-school and kindergarten students. Students in other elementary grades can read the book independently. The story is humorous as a flea waking up sets off a chain of animals and people waking up. The website www.emints.org/ethemes/resources/S00001663.shtm/ contains information about the author and other books she has written. It includes lesson plans, activities, and ideas to complement the books.