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Baby, Sleepy Baby

A bedtime lullaby to gift to babies or new parents by an award-winning pairing
By Atinuke
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Baby, Sleepy Baby, written by Atinuke, is a tender and soothing children's book that follows a calming bedtime routine. The story gently guides little ones through the process of settling down for sleep, accompanied by beautiful illustrations that evoke a feeling of warmth and security. This book is perfect for creating a peaceful and loving atmosphere at bedtime, offering a simple yet comforting narrative to help children drift off to sleep.
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You might enjoy this charming bedtime story if you're looking for a gentle and loving book to help soothe your little one to sleep. With its soothing rhythm and delightful illustrations, it's perfect for parents who wish to share a special, calming moment with their children at the end of the day.

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Baby, Sleepy Baby

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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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Featured as a highlight in early 2022, Baby, Sleepy Baby is praised for its soothing, poetic text and tender, inclusive illustrations depicting diverse families. Critics highlight its calming effect on young children, noting its origins in a childhood song by the author and its dreamy, loving atmosphere set in soft, moonlit tones.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781406389579

Publisher: Walker Books Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 06 January 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Walker Books Ltd

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Angela Brooksbank

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 10.0mm

Width: 254.0mm

Height: 282.0mm

Weight: 460g

Pages: 32

Collections

Atinuke Children's Books Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational

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." Find her online at angelabrooksbank.com.

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