About This Book
Reach for this book when the summer heat makes your child restless at bedtime or when they feel a lingering nervousness about the dark. This lyrical story transforms the quiet of a hot summer night into a magical, shared experience between humans, animals, and nature. As a young girl wakes in the middle of the night, she discovers a world illuminated by a gentle moon, connecting her to the cat, the neighborhood dog, and even the rustling trees. Through its rhythmic refrains and soothing imagery, the book explores themes of wonder and the peaceful mystery of the night. It is perfectly aged for children 3 to 7, offering a calming sensory experience that validates the feeling of being awake when others are asleep. Parents will appreciate how it reframes the night from something scary into something beautiful and communal, helping to settle energetic minds before sleep.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The book deals with the fear of the dark and the isolation of nighttime wakefulness. It approaches these themes metaphorically and through nature-based comfort. The resolution is secular, peaceful, and deeply hopeful.
