Sam Can't Sleep

Name: Sam Can't Sleep
Brand: Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand
SKU: 9788418133060
Price: 29.99 NZD
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By Davide Cali

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Summary

In Sam Can't Sleep by Davide Cali, young Sam struggles to fall asleep and embarks on a whimsical nighttime adventure. He seeks help from a plethora of animal friends in finding the perfect solution to his sleeplessness. This charming and imaginative story captivates with its playful storytelling and delightful illustrations, ideal for a bedtime read.
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Sam Can't Sleep

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Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?

You might enjoy this charming children's story if you love tales that capture the imagination of young readers while gently addressing bedtime challenges. It offers a whimsical journey with delightful illustrations that engage children and provide comfort and familiarity during bedtime routines.

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Age range 6 to 9

A restless bat wakes every animal in the jungle as he asks why he can't sleep. Only when the sun comes up does he find his answer...

When Sam can't sleep, he decides to ask all the other animals in the jungle if they know why. But Elephant, Snake, Monkey, Tiger, and Crocodile aren't very happy about being woken up in the middle of the night. Will Sam ever find out why he can't sleep?

With a colourful palette that is exciting yet impeccable for nighttime, Sam Can't Sleep is the perfect 'can't-get-to-sleep' bedtime story.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

Sam Can't Sleep charmingly explores the relatable theme of a child struggling to fall asleep. Designed for young listeners, it's praised for its imaginative storytelling and engaging illustrations. Reviews highlight its soothing narrative which can help children wind down at bedtime. The delightful and whimsical approach taken by the author is well-received, making it a welcome addition to any child's bedtime routine.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9788418133060

Publisher: NubeOcho

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 27 May 2021

Country: Spain

Imprint: NubeOcho

Illustration: Colour illustrations throughout; Illustrations, unspecified

Contributors:

Illustrated by Anna Aparicio Catal

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 248.0mm

Height: 248.0mm

Weight: 300g

Pages: 40

Collections

Children's Books Children's Fiction Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Davide Cali Young Adult Mystery & Thriller

About the Author

Davide Cali is a reference in children's and youth literature, he began his career in 1994 as a writer for the Italian magazine Linus. He also writes under the pseudonyms of Taro Miyazawa and Daikon. He currently lives in Genoa, Italy. His illustrated albums and graphic novels have been published in more than twenty-five countries. He has received some of the most important awards in the world of children's books, such as the Belgium Libbylit Award, the Bologna Ragazzi Special Award and the SNCF Award in France. Anna was born in Barcelona in 1991, but grew up in a small mountain town. Graduated in Fine Arts from the University of Barcelona (2013), she specialized with a Master Degree in Children's and Youth Literature (2014). She studied illustration at the Escola de la Dona in Barcelona and has been professionally dedicated to it since 2014.Her books have been published in Italy, Germany, Brazil, South Korea, Taiwan and France. Her work has been selected for different national and international illustration awards, such as Nami Concours (South Korea), Iberoamerica illustra (Mexico), Golden Pinwheel Young Illustrators Award (China) or Valladolid illustrado.

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