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“A child issues a gentle good night to the 12 animals of the Chinese zodiac. …Layered lines and textured shapes with bright contrasting colors reveal different scenes of each sleeping zodiac animal. Simplified Chinese characters are written alongside each slumber-themed poetic stanza, such as “a clever mouse lies down to rest her weary ears and head.” …The narrative eventually circles back by relaying how all zodiac members “safeguard dreams” as toy representatives populate the child’s room. …Brief notes explaining the legend of the zodiac and ties to the lunar calendar follow.”

– Kirkus Reviews

Good Night, Zodiac Animals

Written by Jiemei Lin
Illustrated by Jiemei Lin
Published by Candlewick

With the dawn of a new lunar year, one of twelve animals in the zodiac will rise and shine and distinguish the year with its unique personality. And when that year is over, the creature will lie down, close its eyes, and dream its dreams until its turn comes around again.

With gorgeous bold, graphic imagery and a touch of humor, Jiemei Lin offers a dreamscape of sweet rhymes and sleepy creatures. From the tiny mouse to the mighty tiger, each is labeled with its own pictogram, and more information about the lunar year and the zodiac may be found in a note at the end.

Primary ISBN: 9781536232356
Publication Date: December 2024
Available As: Hardcover
Board Book, Age 03 or older

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