The Moon's Almost Here
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The moon's almost here.
Robin sings in her nest.
Babies fly back to her,
ready to rest.
The moon's almost here.
There's no time to play.
Mama sheep hurries;
Sun's going away.
Nighttime is approaching as each animal readies itself for bed in this lyrical picture book text by Patricia MacLachlan. In striking paintings with a calming palette, Tomie dePaola imagines the scene through the eyes of mime Pierrot and his child.
Patricia MacLachlan
Patricia MacLachlan is the celebrated author of many timeless books for young readers, including Sarah, Plain and Tall, winner of the Newbery Medal. She lives with her husband and two border terriers in Williamsburg, Massachusetts.
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