A rhythmic, meditative read-aloud about the extraordinary beauty found
in babies' and toddlers' everyday moments, written by Stonewall and
Newbery Award-winning author, Kyle Lukoff.
A kiss, a blink, a dawn, a break.
A yawn, a peep, a stretch, awake!
From sunup to sundown, a young child's day is bursting with discovery
and wonder-filled moments. Follow a day in the life of three diverse
families and their little ones, as everyday moments like sharing
breakfast and exploring the park are rendered full of love, exploration,
joy, and wonder. Sparse, beautiful rhyming text from Newbery and
Stonewall Award-winning author Kyle Lukoff is a rhythmic and poetic
read-aloud perfect for any time of day, paired against luminous, tender
illustrations from artist Nadia Alam.
Showcasing a diverse range of kids, and families that include same-sex
parents, single parents, and multigenerational households, Awake,
Asleep reflects our world with beauty and joy, rendering the simple
moments in a young child's day as transformative, wonder-filled
memories.
Perfect for bedtime cuddles and cozy storytime all day long, this book
is a modern classic in the making that's a must-have on your little
one's bookshelf.
