Books like The moon's almost here by Patricia MacLachlan
In this soothing rhyming tale, a robin sits in her nest while a mama sheep hurries to welcome the approaching moon. Babies are called back home, ready to rest, as the sun fades and bedtime begins. The story’s gentle cadence and simple imagery encourage quiet reflection before sleep.
First publish date: 2016
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Patricia MacLachlan
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