Short-listed for the 2022 Queen's Knickers AwardsHave you ever stopped to think about what is happening at this very moment in time In this poetic book about the present moment,Matthew Hodson explores what is happening in the natural world,at this very moment in time.Praise for At This Very Moment''Soothing,rhythmic,often repetitive words and distinctive illustrations make this a lovely,quiet book that radiates calm''. - Kirkus''Matthew Hudson has created something quite unique for a class library. A book that,by its very nature,is a chance to be still,connect and relax''. - Just Imagine''Told with simplicity and a variety of landscapes,this is an enchanting story''. - My Shelves Are Full''A lullaby of a book''. - The Literacy Tree''This simple yet captivating book presents pre-school readers with highly illustrated scenes of what is happening right now''. - School Reading ListAt this very momentThere's a mouseThere's a small mouse waking up in the early morning sun And at this very momentThere's a whaleThere's a blue whale singing whale song,deep beneath the sea As you sit and read this bookSomewhere there's a plumA plum so ripe a worm will comeAnd eat it for its tea At This Very Moment is a beautifully poetic bedtime book for children ages 2 and up. Using simple but evocative language,it describes all the wonderful things that are going on around the world right now,this very second. In doing so,it asks the young reader to be present in this moment in time and to feel at one with the giant,magnificent organism that is our planet. In an entirely organic and unselfconscious way,this book encourages mindfulness and reflection as well as a sense of marvel at the world we live in.And at this very momentSomewhere there's a babyThere are babies everywhereDrifting off to sleep...
Publisher: Cicada Books LimitedISBN: 9781908714923Number of pages: 32Weight: 420 gDimensions: 275 x 214 mm
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