When the Sun Goes Down

★ “With a build reminiscent of Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?, it’s an inviting picture book that gently wishes sweet dreams for all.” —Publishers Weekly, starred review

★ “Comforting and steady in rhythm, the book offers a reassuring way to ease into night while celebrating the small rituals shared across living beings.” —The Horn Book, starred review

★ “Sleepytime gets an assist thanks to a book with all the markings of a contemporary bedtime classic.” —Kirkus Reviews, starred review

“Administering to children’s natural curiosity, this is a sweet bedtime book or for use in ­lessons on ­animals at night.” —School Library Journal

“The narration has a familiar call-and-response setup, with a rhythm perfect for reading aloud and engaging a little one to recall or predict what comes next as they’re tucked into bed.” —The Bulletin

“This is my new favorite book. It is the perfect book. I love it.” —Scott Campbell, creator of the Cabin Head and Tree Head series

“Here is a book that I will gladly reach for again and again at bedtime—it’s poetic, playful, and deeply satisfying. Also it taught me where butterflies sleep at night.” —Mac Barnett, National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature and New York Times Bestselling Author

“A warm cup of milk in book form—Pizzoli’s When the Sun Goes Down will rock little ones gently to sleep. Gorgeous art, soft beats of sweet text, and calming hues all come together in a perfect inventive lullaby.” —Lucy Ruth Cummins, creator of Sleepy Sheepy