"A poke,
a snap,
a tear,
a lap."
This is a perfect bedtime book! Reading it to a little one at the end of the day takes them back to morning and leads through the day to where they are right now. It is a joy to read, and to consider the simple, effective words that take three families from awake to asleep, and everywhere in between. We meet all three children, at daybreak as they awaken, through windows free of coverings.
AWAKE! In digitally painted pictures, offered on double page spreads that contain spot images to show action and movement, we begin the day with three families. While their wake-up differs in significant ways, each is eager to begin this new day. As the pages turn, readers are privy to the interactions that take place as they move forward.
The children share experiences along the way: tree buds, bird feeders, bugs, and blooms. They find treasures in the park, and an exiting place to play. There are spills and hugs, patience and impatience before it's time to prepare for a night of rest. ASLEEP!
What lovely moments are depicted throughout the day in detailed, convincing images of families that are relatable to those sharing this book. There are many bright moments that are nonetheless quite ordinary ... and soothing.
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