Night
A Children's Fable
Katherine Jumbe author Shana Dixon illustrator
Format:Hardback
Publisher:Levine Querido
Published:13th Mar '25
Should be back in stock very soon
“An easy bedtime tale with a special affection for nighttime.” – Kirkus
Even long ago, there was day and night. The day was full of light and warmth, and people and animals alike rejoiced in the rays of the sun. But what happens when people get greedy and take the Night for granted? What will become of the Earth and those who dwell upon it? Humans, turtles, elephants, monkeys, cheetahs, and rhinos all need to know!
Katherine Jumbe masterfully brings the world of the Malawian savanna to life, telling a rhythmic tale perfect for bedtime. Rich illustrations by Shana Dixon depict Baby Mwana and her older Sister Alekachawo as they trek up the great Sky Road to bring the heavens back into balance.
Perfect for:
- Pre-schoolers to early elementary-aged children
- Parents looking for African representation in a picture book
- Fans of Berry Song, Where Wonder Grows, and Soul Food Sunday
"The story itself unravels with the thoughtful wisdom and familiarity of an African proverb... An easy bedtime tale with a special affection for nighttime. "– Kirkus
“Cinematic art reinforces the drama, with rich, jewel-like colors and inventive compositions…a distinctive drawing style gives this world and its inhabitants a unique charm. A captivating tale to enrich the folktale canon.” – Booklist
“Cinematic art reinforces the drama, with rich, jewel-like colors and inventive compositions…a distinctive drawing style gives this world and its inhabitants a unique charm. A captivating tale to enrich the folktale canon.”
“Dixon’s vibrant illustrations add rejuvenating color to each and every page… Light needs dark. Good needs bad. With the joyous illustrations and clear text, it’s a message that will ring true for all readers. An excellent introduction to the structure of fables, with layered storytelling
ISBN: 9781646144631
Dimensions: 203mm x 203mm x 1mm
Weight: 134g
40 pages