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Moon Child

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Moon Child by Sue Hardy-Dawson is a captivating children's book that weaves together lyrical poems and enchanting illustrations. It explores the wonders and mysteries of nature and the cosmos through the eyes of a child with a vivid imagination. This magical collection encourages young readers to dream and find beauty in the world around them.
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Format: Hardback
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Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?

You might enjoy this imaginative and heartfelt book if you are captivated by the wonders of the moon and have a love for whimsical poetry that sparks the imagination. It offers a magical journey through verses filled with warmth and charm, making it ideal for young readers and anyone young at heart.

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A soothing bedtime lullaby to inspire boundless dreaming, imagination and creativity. Written by debut picture book author, Sue Hardy-Dawson, and charmingly illustrated by rising star, Carolina Rabei.

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In the darkness, while you sleep,

across night skies, Moon Child creeps

around the galaxy of dreams,

collecting magic wishing beans.

Join Moon Child on a fanciful flight through sleepy skies and calm seas, to sow some magic wishing beans. Ride on the back of a dragon, fly with fairies in a magical forest, and swim with mermaids in this perfect bedtime tale for little dreamers.

A soothing bedtime lullaby written by debut picture book author, Sue Hardy-Dawson, with enchanting illustrations by rising star, Carolina Rabei.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781444964301

Publisher: Hachette Children's Group

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 09 November 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Hodder Children's Books

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Carolina Rabei

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 10.0mm

Width: 246.0mm

Height: 300.0mm

Weight: 424g

Pages: 32

About the Author

Sue Hardy-Dawson (Author)

Sue Hardy-Dawson is a Yorkshire poet and has been published in children's poetry anthologies. Sue is dyslexic and takes a special interest in encouraging reluctant readers and writers.

Sue's debut solo poetry collection Where Zebras Go was shortlisted for the CliPPA (Centre for Literacy in Primary Poetry Award) and she was highly commended for the Manchester Writing for Children Prize.

Carolina Rabei (Illustrator)

After attaining a BA in Graphic Design in Moldova, Carolina received a distinction in Children's Book Illustration from the prestigious Cambridge School of Art.

Carolina's stunning debut picture book illustrating Walter de la Mare's poem, Snow (Faber), was published to critical acclaim, nominated for the esteemed Kate Greenaway Medal, and featured on The Independent's list of '11 Best Books for 4 to 7-Year-Olds'. Carolina went on to illustrate more of de la Mare's work for Faber: The Ride-by-Nights, Summer Evening and Silver.

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