Most of us can remember, as a child, not wanting to go to sleep, and parents everywhere will be reminded of coaxing their sleepless child to bed. In her first book for children, Carly Simon tells the story that she told her own children when they wouldn't go to sleep, and now she shares it with parents and children everywhere. It is evening, but Amy's bedroom is filled with light, and the smell of new-mown hay. The stars are twinkling, and bird song can be heard on the soft breeze. Amy feels so happy that she wants to dance, and pleads with her mother to let her stay up. How can she be refused? Amy dances on, pirouetting through the night mists, floating through arabesques as darkness falls, while her mother grows sleepier than her little daughter. In a satisfying twist, it is Amy's mother who falls asleep and Amy who puts her to bed. Margot Datz's attractive illustrations capture the magic of twilight and the swirling shadows of the coming darkness. This is a tale to enchant young children and adults alike.
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Carly Simon is known internationally for her singing and songwriting. She has numerous singles and albums to her credit, and she has contributed music to several films. She won an Oscar for the song Let the River Run from the film Working Girl. She is also noted for her involvement in children's entertainment.
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A Joy to Read Aloud
29 Jan 1999
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As a parent, I found that I got as much enjoyment out of reading this book to my daughter as she enjoyed being read to. The illustrations are a delight, and, just like the text, reveal something new with each reading.
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This is a great book
9 Nov 2001
By Lindsey
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I received this book when I was 3 years old. I am now 16 and to this day, I love this book. I always loved Carly Simon and if you like her music, you will love her wonderful book. I am buying it for my niece Victoria, and hope she will love this book as much as I do. It shows the love between a mother and daughter while also using your imagination. I love it!
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Enchanting book
22 Aug 2008
By Aurora
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This book is absolutely enchanting. It is the most beautifully illustrated child's tale I have ever had the pleasure of reading. Both of my girls loved this story about a wonderful little girl bear who doesn't want to go to bed for love of dancing. The illustrations are richly colored with beautiful feminine floral borders and the story has a soothing, calm tone that is perfect for children's bedtime reading. It is a sweet story that can be shared by both parent and child. It also makes a lovely baby shower gift.
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