Goodnight Sounds
Written by Debbie S. Miller
Immerse yourself in the lullabies that are all around in this modern classic picture book with gorgeous art and a strong, onomatopoeic readaloud.
What sounds help you fall asleep?
Is it the creaking of the old wood floor . . .
squeak-creak squeak-creak
Or your brother softly breathing above you?
Zzzzzzzzzzzzzzz . . . Zzzzzzzzzzzzzzz . . .
This soothing picture book describes nighttime sounds of all kinds, from trilling crickets to train wheels that go clickity-clack, from raindrops on a slick metal roof to the steady ticking of an old clock. Marvel at the magical goodnight sounds all around us and be inspired to embrace your own special bedtime lullaby with this poetic book.
Art direction: Megan Abbate, Jeanette Levy
Editor: Megan Abbate
Publisher: Bloomsbury, 2024
Reviews
“Who says bedtime must be quiet? Winning bedtime fare.” - Kirkus
“There are many picture books with a bedtime theme, but this one stands out because of the diverse settings and Chan’s beautifully painted illustrations. A perfect, calming story for afternoon story hours, or to fill out curricula on the experience of night across various locations.” - SLJ
“The steady layering of echoic sounds succeeds in achieving a soporific effect.” - Publisher’s Weekly