Book details

Macmillan Children's Book

On the Night You Were Born

Author: Nancy Tillman: Read by Orlagh Cassidy

On the Night You Were Born

On the Night You Were Born

About This Book

This debut picture book by Nancy Tillman has touched the hearts of readers of all ages, from the youngest readers, to new mothers, to grandparents. A New...

Page Count
32
On Sale
10/30/2012
Age Range
1-4

Book Details

This debut picture book by Nancy Tillman has touched the hearts of readers of all ages, from the youngest readers, to new mothers, to grandparents. A New York Times and Publishers Weekly bestselling book, On the Night You Were Born is sure to be a beloved addition to family libraries.

On the night you were born,
the moon smiled with such wonder
that the stars peeked in to see you
and the night wind whispered.
"Life will never be the same."


On the night you were born, the whole world came alive with thanksgiving. The moon stayed up till morning. The geese flew home to celebrate. Polar bears danced.

On the night you were born you brought wonder and magic to the world. Here is a book that celebrates you. It is meant to be carried wherever life takes you, over all the roads, through all the years.

Imprint Publisher

Macmillan Young Listeners

ISBN

9781427226464

In The News

“Readers have the option of simply listening to Orlagh Cassidy's warm voice, or to play a read-along version, which may appeal to developing readers. There is also a bonus track of Tillman herself reading the story. This is a lovely choice to share at bedtime and naptime.” —Parents' Choice Awards, Parents' Choice Recommended

“This is one of those rare baby books that make both skeptics and sentimentalists of all ages happy.” —Publishers Weekly

“A beautiful tribute to the uniqueness of every child.” —Kirkus Reviews

“Many parents will welcome this opportunity to tell their children how special and loved they are.” —Booklist

“Rhyming text extols and celebrates the uniqueness of a newborn.” —School Library Journal

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On the Night You Were Born

On the Night You Were Born