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Baby, Sleepy Baby
A bedtime lullaby now in board book to gift to babies or new parents, by an award-winning pairing
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Now in board book! A poetic bedtime lullaby for families and loved ones to share with new babies, from an award-winning author and illustrator pairing.
Baby, sleepy baby, I'll sing down the stars
Till they dance right into your room.
A beautiful and lyrical book that celebrates the warmth and tenderness of wrapping baby in night-time's embrace. Based on a Nigerian lullaby sung to Atinuke by her father, this story delights in the magical moments shared with a whole family and their baby at bedtime.
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Baby, Sleepy Baby by Atinuke is described as a soothing, poetic lullaby featuring tender illustrations of babies from various races. The calming narrative is complemented by comforting images of babies being cuddled by their parents, making it an ideal bedtime read for small children.
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INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781529509168
Publisher: Walker Books Ltd
Format: Board book
Date Published: 02 February 2023
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Walker Books Ltd
Contributors:
- Illustrated by Angela Brooksbank
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 14.0mm
Width: 162.0mm
Height: 180.0mm
Weight: 220g
Pages: 28
About the Author
Atinuke is a traditional oral storyteller, and the author of over 30 books for children. Most of Atinuke’s books are set on the amazing African continent where she spent her childhood in the country of Nigeria. Atinuke is the author of the best selling fiction series Anna Hibiscus, as well theThe No.1 Car Spotter and Too Small Tola series. Atinuke also writes picture books - including the bestselling Baby Goes to Market illustrated by Angela Brooksbank. Her non-fiction book Africa, Amazing Africa is illustrated by Mouni Fedeg, and Brilliant Black British History is illustrated by Kingsley Nebechi. Atinuke currently lives in wonderful Wales, where one of her latest books is set - Beti and the Little Round House illustrated by Emily Hughes. Find her online at atinuke.co.uk.
Angela Brooksbank worked as a designer and art director in the children's book industry before undertaking an MA at the Cambridge School of Art, and turning her hand to her own illustration. She is the illustrator of Baby Goes to Market, B Is for Baby and Catch that Chicken!, all written by Atinuke. About her picture book inspiration, Angela says, "I am constantly inspired by children’s energy and unique response to life and hope that my work conveys some of their playful spirit." Angela lives in north London. Find her online at angelabrooksbank.com.
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