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The Night the Garden Glowed

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A beautifully illustrated picture book about finding friendships in new places. Meet Wilbur, a little boy making a big move in this illustrated storybook that teaches young children about embracing change. Moving house is tough, especially when you're moving to a new place with new people,... Read More
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A beautifully illustrated picture book about finding friendships in new places.

Meet Wilbur, a little boy making a big move in this illustrated storybook that teaches young children about embracing change.

Moving house is tough, especially when you're moving to a new place with new people, and leaving your old life behind. Wilbur needs a distraction, and there's nothing better to keep his mind occupied than the curious glow that lights up his new garden every night. Join Wilbur as he discovers that flowers and the trees look different under a star-studded sky, and that new friends can be found in the most unexpected places.

With beautiful illustrations and an engaging storyline, this book will inspire and captivate young readers with its uplifting message about exploring new environments and building strong friendships. It also teaches children that change doesn't always need to be scary, and letting go of fear can lead to exciting new things. A perfect bedtime story and addition to every child's bookshelf.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780241662366

Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 02 October 2025

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: DK Children

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 240.0mm

Height: 240.0mm

Weight: 163g

Pages: 32

About the Author

Brendan Kearney is an award-winning children's book illustrator and author of the much-loved Adventures with Finn and Skip series. The Night the Moon Went Missing was Books Are My Bag, Indie Book of the Month 2021, it was shortlisted for the Indie Book Awards, and won bronze at the Made For Mums Awards 2022. Brendan is passionate about the stories he brings to life and continues to inspire and captivate children around the world with his narrative nonfiction.

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