Wake Up, Woodlands

By Karen Jameson

Book Overview

Celebrate the promise and potential of spring in this effervescent follow-up to Woodland Dreams.

Oh, the promise of spring and a new day A honeybee, bear cub, bunny, squirrel, fawns, and more wake up as the landscape brims and bursts with spring firsts. In this beautifully illustrated picture book follow-up to their beloved bedtime book, Karen Jameson and Marc Boutavant offer a lyrical and reassuring ode to the morning and a celebration of a new season, affirming the power of greeting the day with energy, positivity, and hope.

Readers will adore the heartwarming illustrations and tender moments between animal parents and children. Perfect read-aloud to share over breakfast, with a preschool class for morning storytime, or on the first day of spring.

STUNNING ILLUSTRATIONS: Marc Boutavant's detail-rich and incredibly sweet illustrations will rivet young readers as they move through spring-infused scenes filled with woodland animals and flowers.

SOOTHING NARRATIVE: In addition to reinforcing concepts like emotional security and unconditional love, the lyrical, rhyming text creates a warm and connected reading experience.

EDUCATIONAL CHILDREN'S BOOK: Animals featured in their natural habitats offer a great way to learn about and increase our appreciation of nature. Perfect selection as an Earth Day book for kids

CRITICAL ACCLAIM FOR WOODLAND DREAMS: "Jameson displays a rare gift for harmonious language and rhyme. . . . Sweet fare for bed- or naptimes, with a light frosting of natural history." -Kirkus Reviews, starred review; " A] classic-feeling narrative that features graceful verse and detailed artwork." -Publishers Weekly

Perfect for: Parents, grandparents, and caregivers looking for a sweet springtime book for children Fans of Woodland Dreams and author Karen Jameson's children's books Fans of Marc Boutavant's picture books Parents looking for a book with meaningful parent-child connections Gift givers seeking a sweet and engaging present or Easter basket addition

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1797215035
• ISBN13: 9781797215037
• Release Date: March 2024
• Publisher: Chronicle Books
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 9.7" x 10.3"
• Age Range: 3 to 5 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Kindergarten