Cover of Goodnight, My Love! (Haitian Creole English Bilingual Children's Book)

Goodnight, My Love! (Haitian Creole English Bilingual Children's Book)

by Shelley Admont

Book Details

Publisher:Kidkiddos Books
Published:2024-11
Pages:34
Format:BOOK
Language:ht

Reading Info

Age Range:4-8

About This Book

Haitian Creole English kids' book. Perfect for kids studying English or Haitian as their second language. Alex finds it hard to go to sleep.

Our Review

This gentle bilingual bedtime story follows a young child named Alex who struggles with settling down for the night, offering a comforting narrative in both Haitian Creole and English. The parallel text on each page provides a seamless language learning experience, making it an excellent tool for dual-language exposure and early literacy development. Parents will appreciate how the story directly addresses a common childhood challenge, transforming the nightly routine into a shared, calming activity. The book's structure naturally supports vocabulary building in both languages through a familiar and relatable scenario.

What sets this bilingual children's book apart is its authentic representation of Haitian Creole alongside English, creating an inclusive reading experience for Haitian-American families or those learning either language. The illustrations likely complement the soothing rhythm of the text, helping children wind down while absorbing new words and phrases. This story proves particularly valuable for families maintaining cultural connections through language or for classrooms exploring diverse linguistic traditions. Young listeners will find comfort in Alex's journey toward sleep while unconsciously absorbing the patterns of two languages, making bedtime both educational and peaceful.

Themes

Juvenile Nonfiction

Subjects

Juvenile Nonfiction