Before the World Wakes
Description
A joyous celebration of the sights and sounds of daybreak and that special feeling a brother and sister have when they get to experience it together.
When everything is still gentle and quiet-ish and the stars say good morning at the same time they say good night, a brother and sister venture outside. They marvel at the dance of the snails and the birdsong that surrounds them. And then they join in, reveling in the early morning--and their time together before the rest of the world wakes.
With lyrical language and beautiful art, this book captures the magic of daybreak, the importance of small moments, and the special bond between siblings.
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About the Author
Estelle Laure is the author of six young adult novels, including This Raging Light, Mayhem, Remember Me, and the City of Villains series, and the picture book The Perfect Pet for You, illustrated by Amy Hevron. She lives with her family in New Mexico, where you can often find her walking the dogs and watching the sun rise before the world wakes. For more about Estelle, visit www.estellelaure.com.
Paola Zakimi is the illustrator of Secrets I Know by Kallie George, Teddy & Co. by Cynthia Voigt, The Christmas Tree Who Loved Trains by Annie Silvestro, and Ruby's Sword by Jacqueline Viessid. She is also a doll maker and fine artist and lives in Argentina. Her favorite part of the early morning is listening to the buzz of the bees while the sun comes out all bright and beautiful. You can learn more about her at www.paolazakimi.com.
Paola Zakimi is a children's book illustrator from Argentina. Her books include The Christmas Tree Who Loved Trains by Annie Silvestro, Secrets I Know by Kallie George, and Teddy & Co. by Cynthia Voigt. Paola loves to create all kinds of art--drawing, illustration, sculpture, and painting. She lives in Villa Giardino.
Reviews
"Echoing the poetic quality of Laure's prose, Zakimi's watercolor, pencil, and gouache images are luminous with pale hues that communicate a tender innocence." --Publishers Weekly
"The poetic text and charming pictures celebrate a special time and universal feelings." --Booklist
