ODGERS, Sally (text) Lisa Stewart (illus.) Rainforest Lullaby Scholastic, 2013 unpaged $24.99 ISBN 9781742838205
Deep in the rainforest, whether it’s the cusp of dawn or dusk or perhaps noontide, creatures are sleeping. If they aren’t already cuddled up with their siblings or parents, they’re settling down from hunting or gliding or laughing to their own peaceful lullaby. This sweet book, soft with hues of pastel blue and green, is calm and soothing, its rhythm simple and its double-spread pages uncluttered. The illustrations – a mix of collage and drawing – are gorgeous representations of Australian animals. Recommended for very young ones. PH