A Book of Sleep

By Na, Il Sung

Publishers Summary:
When the sky grows darkand the moon glows bright,everyone goes to sleep . . .except for the watchful owl!With a spare, soothing text and beautifully rich and textured illustrations of a starry night, this is the perfect “book of sleep.” Join the owl on his moonlit journey as he watches all the other animals settle in for the night: some sleep standing up, while some sleep on the move! Some sleep peacefully alone, while others sleep all together, huddled close.Il Sung Na makes his American debut with this gorgeous bedtime offering. While each animal rests in its own special way, little ones will also drift off to a cozy sleep.

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ISBN
978-0-37586-223-6
Publisher
Knopf Books for Young Readers


REVIEWS

School Library Journal

Reviewed on November 1, 2009

PreS-K This starry wonderland soothes young listeners through succinct phrasing and powerful pacing. Though they may all sleep differently, animals, birds, and fish rest when the sun sets, except for the observant owl. The lilting narrative describes the dozing patterns of numerous inhabitants against the dark night backdrop as the owl watches nearby. Each vibrant spread features no more than o...Log In or Sign Up to Read More

Horn Book Guide

Reviewed on January 1, 2009

Watchful Owl observes how other animals sleep at night: quietly, noisily, standing up, swimming, wit...Log In or Sign Up to Read More

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